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Bamana Antelope Headdress, Mali
Estimate
20,000 - 25,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wood
- Height: 23 1/4 in (59.1 cm)
chiwara.
Provenance
Julius Carlebach, New York, inventory number "25052"
Herman Elkon, New York, acquired from the above on December 24, 1960
By descent from the above to the present owner
Condition
Good condition for an object of this type and age. Minor marks, nicks, scratches, and abrasions throughout consistent with age and use. Minor hairline age cracks including one in proper right side of base stabilized with a metal stable (native repair). Neck and proper left horn of smaller antelope broken and glued, with some fills. Chip to proper right ear of larger antelope. Six holes in foot for attachment; back proper right hole with some insect damage surrounding. Fine blackened patina. Two screws drilled into foot for attachment to base. Base painted in white with Carlebach inventory number "25052".
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.