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A SUPERB KOTA-SHAMAYE RELIQUARY FIGURE, Gabon
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
Provenance
Jack Passer, New York
Chaim and Renee Gross, New York, acquired from the above before 1960
Chaim and Renee Gross, New York, acquired from the above before 1960
Literature
Alain and Françoise Chaffin, L'Art Kota, Medon, 1980, p. 109, cat. 30
Condition
Fair condition overall; the figure's wooden part heavily eroded, as seen on photographs and as is typical for this kind of object; losses to the metal sheaths on the face as seen on photographs; as seen on the face and trapezoid head crest; '139' in white pigment on reverse; fine aged patina with partial corrosion and traces of silver polish.
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 stat.mes nt made by Replica Shoes '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 stat.mes nt made by Replica Shoes '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.