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SENUFO DOOR, IVORY COAST
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 24 3/4 inches
Provenance
Pierre Matisse Gallery, New York
Condition
Very good condition overall for an object of this type and age. Crack near the post extending for attachment to hinge/frame. Wear at top of post from use. Small marks, nicks, scratches and chips consistent with age and long period of use. One larger chip on bottom reverse. Exceptionally fine aged dark brown patina with encrustation. Four screws drilled into back for attachment of a metal plate, which attaches with a pin to a triangular metal support and base.
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.