Lot 69
  • 69

STATUE BIOMA, GOLFE DE PAPOUASIE, PAPOUASIE-NOUVELLE-GUINÉE |

Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 EUR
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Description

  • haut. 63 cm ; 24 7/8 in
Statue bioma, Golfe de Papouasie, Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée

Provenance

Collection N. Edgeworth, Royaume-Uni
Christopher et Anna Thorpe, Sydney
Collection Elizabeth Pryce, Sydney

Condition

Excellent condition overall. Marks, chips, scratches and abrasions throughout consistent with age and use within the culture. Excellent preservation of the pigment although some wear and flaking in places. Small modern hook on reverse for hanging, and small hole in reverse, probably for previous hanging system. Small label bearing Elizabeth Pryce collection inv. no. EP-131 and label with “257” on reverse of figure.
"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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