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Lega Mask, Idimu, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- wood
Provenance
Morton Lipkin, Munich, 1960s
Acquired from the above in 1963 and by descent to the present owner
Acquired from the above in 1963 and by descent to the present owner
Condition
Good condition overall for an object of this type and great age; minor losses and areas of abrasion on rim; insect damage (small holes) throughout; age cracks, nicks and scratches, wear and tear from handling; exceptionally fine varied brown patina with kaolin and soot.
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.
Catalogue Note
For a closely related mask, possibly by the same hand, from the collection of the Fowler Museum of Cultural History at the University of California, Los Angeles (gift of Jay T. Last) see Cameron (2001: 194 and 234, cat. 9.31).