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Georges Lilanga di Nayama
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Georges Lilanga di Nayama
- Manafurahia Kuchaguliwa Tena Mwenyekiti Wao Kw Mara Ya Pili (They are Celebrating the Election of their Chairman for his Second Term)
- signed; signed with the artist's initials, titled, and dated 92 on the reverse
- enamel paint on board
- 48 1/4 by 96 1/4 in.
- 122.5 by 244.5 cm.
Provenance
Jean Pigozzi Collection, Geneva
Literature
Andre Magnin and Jacques Soulilou, Eds., Contemporary Art of Africa, New York, 1996, p. 39, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in fair condition overall. There is light surface soiling and scattered accretions. There are some minor pigment losses and scratches throughout. There is wear and some minor losses along the edges with more significant wear at all four corners. The board is undulating slightly. This work is unframed and has not been inspected under Ultraviolet light.
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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.