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Baule Male Spirit Spouse Figure, Côte d'Ivoire
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wood
- Height: 18 in (46 cm)
Blolo Bian
Provenance
Private Collection, Rancho Santa Fe
Leslie Sacks, Los Angeles
Leslie Sacks, Los Angeles
Literature
Amanda M. Maples (ed.), African Art from the Leslie Sacks Collection: Refined Eye, Passionate Heart, Milan, 2013, pp. 30, 212-213, back cover, fig. 125
Condition
Good condition overall, with wear commensurate with age and use within the traditional context. An old crack/loss to the proper left side of the base, the section in front of this broken and glued, a loss to the forepart of the proper right foot. A crack to the proper left side of the thigh/groin. Some minor chips, losses, and abrasion in places. Fine varied patina, glossy in places.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.