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BOUCLIER, RÉGION DE LA RIVIÈRE GREEN, PROVINCE DU WEST SEPIK, PAPOUASIE-NOUVELLE-GUINÉE |
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 EUR
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Description
- haut. 137 cm ; 54 in
Bouclier, Région de la rivière Green, Province du West Sepik, Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée
Condition
Excellent condition overall. Chips, scratches, marks and abrasions throughout consistent with the object’s age and use within the culture. Seven or eight large cracks to the centre of the shield, the longest measuring approximately 30cm. Further cracks to the top and bottom edges travelling vertically inwards; all cracks in line with grain of the wood. Hole to the lower centre of the shield, approximately 1.5 cm in diamter. Another three holes to the top and both sides of the shield, likely to be native holes for binding. Orange and white pigment exceptionally well preserved. Some labels on reverse.
"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."