Lot 2
  • 2

BOWL, SOLOMON ISLANDS |

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 EUR
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Description

  • long. 32 cm
  • 12 1/2 in
Bowl, Solomon Islands

Provenance

Néprakzi Mùzeum, Budapest (inv. n° 124907)
Emile Deletaille, Bruxelles, acquis en juillet 1973
Collection Z, Bruxelles, acquis ca. 1977

Condition

Very good condition overall. Minor nicks, scratches and abrasions throughout consistent with age and use within the culture. A section of one side approximately 20cm long broken and glued. Néprakzi Mùzeum inv. n° 124907 in white on inside of bowl. Excellent preservation of original shell embellishment.
"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.
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