A RARE SHIELD, NORTHERN NEW SOUTH WALES,

carved in hardwood of leaf-like form and plano-convex section, the front decorated with a traditional double-crossed motif in black surrounded by white pigment, the reverse undecorated with inset, bent cane handle

Collected by Mr J. McCrae Smith, a policeman north of Newcastle, New South Wales, thence by descent to his nephew
Private collection

There are small areas of timber (V-shaped chips) missing to the rare shield on the lower end. There are minor areas of pigment loss and two holes in the middle of the lower central cross band. There are no areas of visible repair or restoration.
"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."