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KOTA-NDASSA RELIQUARY FIGURE, GABON |
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description
- haut. 56 cm
- 22 in
Kota-Ndassa reliquary figure, Gabon
Provenance
Collection Z, Bruxelles
Condition
Very good condition overall. Minor scratches, abrasions, nicks and wear throughout consistent with age and use within the culture. As visible within the catalogue illustration, the metal plating is very well preserved, without any lifting, except a crack and some lifting down the centre of the semi-circular topmost part of the coiffure, and the metal has experienced some dulling. Minor insect damage to the very bottom of the wooden part and some wear to the wood at the reverse. Fine, deep encrusted patina to the wood base and reverse of the figure.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."