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Ladi Kwali
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Ladi Kwali
- Large Water Jar
- impressed with Artist's and Abuja Pottery seals
- stoneware
- height: 36cm.; 14¼in.
- Executed circa the 1960s.
Provenance
Private Collection, London
Exhibited
Farnham, Crafts Study Centre, Ladi Kwali, 6th January - 2nd May 2015, un-numbered exhibition.
Condition
There is a minor firing crack to the rim of the jar measuring approximately 2.5cm. in length. This is in keeping with the nature of the firing techniques, and often occurs within the artist's works. There are a few further tiny imperfections to the glaze, again, in keeping with the nature of the technique and materials, but this excepting the work appears in very good overall condition.
Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."