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A Large Songye Ceremonial Axe, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
of enormous proportions, the wooden handle covered with copper sheets, the openwork blade with little faces; exceptionally fine metal patina.
Provenance
Edward Merrin, New York
Exhibited
South Hadley, Mount Holyoke College Art Museum, Red Gold: Copper Arts of Africa, September 4 - October 31, 1984
Literature
Eugenia Herbert, Red Gold: Copper Arts of Africa, South Hadley, 1984, p. 22, fig. 38, cat. 62
Condition
very good condition overall; minor repair on top of shaft, abrasions to metal patina on bottom and top caused from mounting; aged metal patina with areas of corrosion on blade.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.