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BAMANA MASK, MALI |
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description
- haut. 43.5 cm
- 17 1/4 in
Bamana mask, Mali
Provenance
Lucien Van de Velde, Anvers
Emile Deletaille, Bruxelles
Collection Z, Bruxelles, acquis ca. 1970
Emile Deletaille, Bruxelles
Collection Z, Bruxelles, acquis ca. 1970
Exhibited
Bruxelles, Credit Communal de Belgique, Masques du Monde / Het Masker in de Wereld, 28 juin – 31 juillet 1974
Literature
Masques du Monde / Het Masker in de Wereld, 1974, n°26
Condition
Very good condition overall. Minor nicks, chips, scratches and abrasions throughout consistent with age and use. Minor crack to the upper reverse of the head approximately 5cm long. Proper left ear broken and glued, some areas of glue still visible. Two modern holes, one each side of the face, for stand. Very fine encrusted patina throughout.
"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."