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Songye Mask, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 12 in (30.5 cm)
kifwebe
Provenance
Alfred Scheinberg, New York
Maurice Shapiro, New York, acquired from the above
Private Collection, acquired from the above
Tambaran Gallery, New York, acquired from the above
Thomas J. Perkins, San Francisco, acquired from the above on January 25, 2010
Maurice Shapiro, New York, acquired from the above
Private Collection, acquired from the above
Tambaran Gallery, New York, acquired from the above
Thomas J. Perkins, San Francisco, acquired from the above on January 25, 2010
Literature
François Neyt, La redoutable statuaire Songye d'Afrique Centrale, Brussels, 2004, p. 362
François Neyt, Songye: the Formidable Statuary of Central Africa, New York, 2009, p. 362
François Neyt, Songye: the Formidable Statuary of Central Africa, New York, 2009, p. 362
Condition
Good condition overall. Nicks, chips, scratches, and abrasions throughout, consistent with age and use. The mask broken and glued, notably to the proper right side of the face. Two slightly open cracks to the top of the head. Fine black, white, and ochre encrusted pigments with some losses. Old inventory number to the inside in white ink '441'. 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.
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.