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LOT 28

Lot 28

Ovimbundu Chief's Figural Staff, Angola, Central Africa, 19th/early 20th century

Ovimbundu Chief's Figural Staff, Angola, Central Africa, 19th/early 20th century
Lot 28 Details
Ovimbundu Chief's Figural Staff, Angola, Central Africa, 19th/early 20th century

carved wood with dark patina featuring a female bust finial with coiffure consisting of three chignons with diagonal incising, face with tapered chin and facial scarification and shaft featuring two breasts; accompanied by a copy of the purchase receipt
21 x 3.25 x 2.25 in — 53.3 x 8.3 x 5.7 cm
Marked with faded white ink D1-60 and A.13. to the back of the shaft.

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $1,408
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Ovimbundu Chief's Figural Staff, Angola, Central Africa, 19th/early 20th century
  • Ovimbundu Chief's Figural Staff, Angola, Central Africa, 19th/early 20th century
  • Ovimbundu Chief's Figural Staff, Angola, Central Africa, 19th/early 20th century
  • Ovimbundu Chief's Figural Staff, Angola, Central Africa, 19th/early 20th century
  • Ovimbundu Chief's Figural Staff, Angola, Central Africa, 19th/early 20th century
  • Ovimbundu Chief's Figural Staff, Angola, Central Africa, 19th/early 20th century
Provenance:

Sotheby Parke Bernet & Co., London, "Tribal Art, Antiquities", July 26, 1976, Lot 110

CONDITION DETAILS

Some minor chips, scuffs, abrasions and small red paint blemish to the top of the finial.

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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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