About the lot N° 15
Title : Statue
Size : Haut. 165 cmProvenance : Collection René et Odette Delenne, Bruxelles, acquis en 1970Literature : Leuzinger, Die Kunst von Schwartz-Afrika, 1970, p. 179, n° M2Heuch (de), Utotombo, L'Art de l'Afrique noire dans les collections privées belges, 1988, p. 84, n° XVI, et p. 285Gohr, African Sculpture: The Invention of the Figure, 1990, p. 118, n° 34Condition report : Good condition overall. Minor marks, nicks, scratches and small chips consistent with age and use. Proper left wrist broken and glued. Thick encrusted patina with beautiful remains of pigments.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.Sotheby's, auctioneer, Paris, FR
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Sale title : Arts d'Afrique et d'Océanie
Sale date : 02 Dec 2015
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Sale Reference : Live Sale
