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PILON, GNAU, RÉGION LUMI, MONTS TORRICELLI, PROVINCE DU WEST SEPIK, PAPOUASIE-NOUVELLE-GUINÉE |
Estimate
800 - 1,200 EUR
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Description
- haut. 90 cm ; 35 1/2 in
Pilon, Gnau, Région Lumi, Monts Torricelli, Province du West Sepik, Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée
Provenance
Michael Hamson, Palos Verdes
Collection Todd Barlin, Sydney
Collection Elizabeth Pryce, Sydney
Collection Todd Barlin, Sydney
Collection Elizabeth Pryce, Sydney
Condition
Very good condition overall. Minor chips, scratches, marks and abrasions throughout consistent with the object's age and use within the culture. Seven or eight minor cracks throughout, the longest measuring approximately 20 cm long. Small square hole on underside, with metal surround, for stand. Some very small remnants of red pigment remain. Aged, dark patina throughout.Small label bearing Elizabeth Pryce collection inv. no. EP-46.
"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."