Lot 115
  • 115

MONNAIE, LUMI, MONTS TORRICELLI, PROVINCE DU WEST SEPIK, PAPOUASIE-NOUVELLE-GUINÉE |

Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 EUR
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Description

  • haut. 58 cm ; 22 7/8 in
Monnaie, Lumi, Monts Torricelli, Province du West Sepik, Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée

Provenance

Michael Hamson, Paolo Verdes
Collection Elizabeth Pryce, Sydney

Condition

Very good condition overall. Wear and minor damage to the fibre throughout consistent with age and use within the culture. More significant damage and unravelling of the plaited fibre border to both pointed ends. A few shells missing from the front, and some discolouration of the shells. Label bearing Elizabeth Pryce collection inv. no. EP-111 on reverse of money.
"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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