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n° 95
Titre : SENUFO BIRD FIGURE, CÔTE D'IVOIRE |
Dimensions : Height: 46 in (117 cm); Width: 36 in (91.4 cm)Provenance : Olivier Le Corneur, ParisGaston de Havenon, New York, acquired from the above by 1971Baron Freddy Rolin, New York, acquired from the aboveArnold Herstand & Company, New YorkPrivate Collection, New York, acquired from the above on September 24, 1985Literature : Warren M. Robbins, African Art: the de Havenon Collection, Washington, D.C., 1971, cat. no. 90Condition report : Very good condition overall. Nicks, chips, scratches, losses, and abrasions scattered throughout, consistent with use and age. Thin cracks in places. Losses to the base. A couple of broken and glued elements to the base and one part with a nail. The beak of the bird is broken and repaired in situ with iron staples and glued at first break. Fine patina with original pigments preserved in areas throughout, as visible in the catalogue illustration. Has stand.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.Sotheby's, Salle de vente
, New York, US
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Titre de la vente : Art of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas
Date de la vente : 15/05/2017
🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.
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