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Dan Mask, Liberia or Ivory Coast
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 8 1/2 in (21.6 cm)
Provenance
Mauricio and Emilia Lasansky, Iowa City, acquired in 1974
By descent to the present owners
By descent to the present owners
Condition
Very good condition for an object of this type and age. Age cracks with the grain of the wood running from proper right eye to top center of mask, with a narrow wedge-shaped opening on edge. Minor marks, nicks, scratches, and abrasions consistent with age and use. Exceptionally fine blackened glossy patina, dry in places. Reverse with a fine aged grey brown surface.
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.