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MONSENGWO KEJWAMFI ''MOKE'' | Bar Nocturne
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Monsengwo Kejwamfi ''Moke''
- Bar Nocturne
- signed and dated 2001 (lower right)
- oil on canvas
- 118.5 by 140cm., 46¾ by 55¼in.
Provenance
Acquired directly from Jean Marie Mosengo (Moke Fils) by the present owner
Condition
Please note that this work was professionally stretched prior to sale. There are several cracks to the paint surface throughout the top half of the canvas, as is visible in the catalogue illustration. The longest crack being vertical and measuring approximately 15cm. long. There is some minor surface loss and further cracking along all four framing edges, particularly noticeable within the top right corner of the work. Inspection under ultra violet light reveals no signs of restoration or repair.
"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."