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Dogon Male Figure, Mali
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 20 3/8 in (51.8 cm)
Provenance
Colonel Samuel A. Berger, New York
Sotheby Parke Bernet, New York, November 8, 1972, lot 37, consigned by the estate of the above
Christie's London, June 17, 1980, lot 317
James Willis, San Francisco
Allan Stone, New York
Sotheby Parke Bernet, New York, November 8, 1972, lot 37, consigned by the estate of the above
Christie's London, June 17, 1980, lot 317
James Willis, San Francisco
Allan Stone, New York
Condition
Marks, nicks, scratches, abrasions, and chips consistent with age, ritual handling, and exposure. Surface is weathered with age cracks throughout, and charred in places. Whorls and knots in the wood on reverse. Old surface losses including an area on the front of the figure, now patinated over. Fine aged patina with encrusted remains of ritually-applied material. Fixed permanently to metal base plate with two pins embedded in the foot.
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.