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YORUBA BEADED DOUBLE IFA BAG, NIGERIA
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
apo ifa, mounted on plexiglass backing.
Provenance
Pace Primitive and Ancient Art, New York
Nancy and Richard Bloch, Rancho Santa Fe, acquired from the above in 1980
Nancy and Richard Bloch, Rancho Santa Fe, acquired from the above in 1980
Literature
William Fagg, Yoruba Beadwork: Art of Nigeria, New York, 1980, p. 39, pl. 4
Condition
Very good condition for an object of this type. Small losses to beads on fronts of bags and throughout as seen in photographs. Larger beads with minor chipping and cracks. Some strands loose. Plastic fibers added for attachment to backing, one broken. Two nails supporting middle segments. Residue throughout.
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.