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Lot 50

Loango Carved Ivory Tusk, Democratic Republic of Congo/Angola, 19th/early 20th century

Loango Carved Ivory Tusk, Democratic Republic of Congo/Angola, 19th/early 20th century
Lot 50 Details
Loango Carved Ivory Tusk, Democratic Republic of Congo/Angola, 19th/early 20th century

with a surrounding spiral band featuring a procession of male and female figures in various forms of attire with animals including two birds, snake and a monkey, includes a fitted wooden stand; accompanied by a copy of the purchase receipt
height 22" — 55.9 cm., diameter 1.75" — 4.4 cm.
Marked with white ink A.49. to the base.

Estimate $600-$900

Realised: $1,125
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Loango Carved Ivory Tusk, Democratic Republic of Congo/Angola, 19th/early 20th century
  • Loango Carved Ivory Tusk, Democratic Republic of Congo/Angola, 19th/early 20th century
  • Loango Carved Ivory Tusk, Democratic Republic of Congo/Angola, 19th/early 20th century
  • Loango Carved Ivory Tusk, Democratic Republic of Congo/Angola, 19th/early 20th century
  • Loango Carved Ivory Tusk, Democratic Republic of Congo/Angola, 19th/early 20th century
  • Loango Carved Ivory Tusk, Democratic Republic of Congo/Angola, 19th/early 20th century
  • Loango Carved Ivory Tusk, Democratic Republic of Congo/Angola, 19th/early 20th century
  • Loango Carved Ivory Tusk, Democratic Republic of Congo/Angola, 19th/early 20th century
  • Loango Carved Ivory Tusk, Democratic Republic of Congo/Angola, 19th/early 20th century
  • Loango Carved Ivory Tusk, Democratic Republic of Congo/Angola, 19th/early 20th century
Provenance:

Christie, Manson & Woods Ltd., London, October 12, 1976, Lot 71

CONDITION DETAILS

Dry cracks and some pigment loss around the base of the carving.

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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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