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A RAINFOREST SWORD CLUB, NORTH EAST QUEENSLAND LATE 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
2,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- Carved wood, bears distressed early baggage label to one side
- Height: 156 cm
Provenance
James Pongrass Collection
Sotheby's New York, African and Oceanic Art, 6 May 1998, lot 9
Private Collection, France
Sotheby's New York, African and Oceanic Art, 6 May 1998, lot 9
Private Collection, France
Condition
Please note there is a very minor chip to the tip of the club and multiple minor scratches and dents to the surface throughout consistent with its age and use. There is a worn shipping label attached to one side. There does not appear to be any visible evidence of repair or restoration, and subject to the above the work is in excellent overall condition. This shield is mounted on and sold with a custom made stand.
"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."