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NARRITJIN MAYMURU
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 AUD
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Description
- Narritjin Maymura
- MANGGALILI RITUAL DANCING 1965 MANGGALILI MORTUARY CEREMONY 1965
- Natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark
- 92 by 28.5 cm, 92 by 27.5 cm
Provenance
Painted in North East Arnhem Land
James A. Davidson, Melbourne
Private collection, Melbourne, acquired from the above in 1965
Condition
Areas of white pigment loss, minor surface cracks and in need of consolidation in several small areas. The second one is in excellent condition for a bark of this age and period but has suffered some pigment loss due to rubbing or scuffing.
"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."