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Gola Helmet Mask, Liberia
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wood
- Height: 13 1/4 in (33.7 cm)
Provenance
Collected by Charles D. Miller III in the town of Todee, 21 miles west of Totota town, in the 1970s
Condition
Marks, nicks, scratches, abrasions, and small losses consistent with age and use. Open age cracks, including two to proper left side, one in coiffure, and another below to temple in front of proper left ear. Old loss to back of proper left ear. Cavity with a cracked element to proper left side of horn (loose). Old lateral crack to center of horn. Other small age cracks in face and coiffure. Insect cavities in interior. Surface of face with erosion and abrasion, consolidated with shallow fill. Glued breaks with some fill to interior and rim behind face. Fine glossy blackened and aged patina.
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.