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Kongo-Yombe Ivory Finial, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- african elephant ivory
- Height: 6 1/8 inches (15.6 cm)
made of African Elephant (Loxodonta africana) ivory, the eyes inlaid with lead.
Provenance
Collected by the present owner in 1966 or 1967 at Kitadi, Mayombe Region, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Literature
Joseph Cornet, Zaire: Peuples/Art/Culture, Anvers, 1989, p. 386
Condition
Excellent condition for an object of this type and age. Minor abrasions, nicks, scratches, and tool marks throughout. The eyes inlaid with coffee-bean shaped pieces of lead as shown. Minor surface age cracks and flaws in ivory. Exceptionally fine, glossy deep red ivory patina. The underside with a hole for attachment; small piece of metal embedded inside hole.
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.