African Art Online Auction

July 11, 2013

LOT 54

Lot 54

Makonde Carving of A Scavenger Bird and Corpse, Tanzania

Makonde Carving of A Scavenger Bird and Corpse, Tanzania
Lot 54 Details
Makonde Carving of A Scavenger Bird and Corpse, Tanzania

Blackwood (Dalbergia melanoxyton). Of elongated form and rendered as a stylized and grotesque scavenger bird, possibly a vulture, dragging a human corpse
width 52.8" — 134 cm.

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Makonde Carving of A Scavenger Bird and Corpse, Tanzania
  • Makonde Carving of A Scavenger Bird and Corpse, Tanzania

CONDITION DETAILS

restorations to both legs of the corpse, some minor wear throughout

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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