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Kongo (Kamba or Dongo) Power Figure, Republic of Congo
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- wood, fiber, clay glass mirror
- Height: 9 1/4 in (23.5 cm)
Provenance
Merton D. Simpson, New York
S. Thomas Alexander III, Saint Louis
Allan Stone, New York
S. Thomas Alexander III, Saint Louis
Allan Stone, New York
Exhibited
The Bruce Museum, Greenwich, Connecticut, Power Incarnate: Allan Stone's Collection of Sculpture from the Congo, May 14 - September 4, 2011
Literature
Kevin D. Dumouchelle, Power Incarnate: Allan Stone's Collection of Sculpture from the Congo, Greenwich, Connecticut, 2011, p. 37, cat. 13
Condition
Good condition for an object of this type and age. Marks, nicks, scratches, and abrasions consistent with age and use. Back of head is restored, with glue. Vertical age cracks. Open age crack down the spine, and a wedge shaped loss between heels on back of integrally-carved plinth. Losses to outer edge of charge material surrounding mirror. Fine glossy reddish brown wood patina with encrustation and remains of white kaolin.
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.