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Tellem Figure, Mali
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 10 3/8 in (26.4 cm)
Provenance
Presumably Jim Willis, San Francisco
Allan Stone, New York, acquired from the above on December 3, 1984
Allan Stone, New York, acquired from the above on December 3, 1984
Condition
Good condition for an object of this type and age. Fragmentary as shown in catalogue photograph. Marks, nicks, scratches, abrasions and age cracks. Dry medium brown wood patina with stable crusty remains of ritual material. Front of proper right thigh broken and glued. Fixed to lucite base with vertical metal pin drilled and glued into underside of proper right leg. Small hole with adhesive in lower back on reverse from a previous mounting.
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.