Ethnographic Arts & Artifacts

October 2227, 2022
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LOT 164

Lot 164

Pair of Male and Female Figural Libation Cups, possibly Koro, Inland Nigeria, 20th century

Pair of Male and Female Figural Libation Cups, possibly Koro, Inland Nigeria, 20th century
Lot 164 Details
Pair of Male and Female Figural Libation Cups, possibly Koro, Inland Nigeria, 20th century

carved wood and natural pigments
both height 20 in — 50.8 cm

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $204
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Pair of Male and Female Figural Libation Cups, possibly Koro, Inland Nigeria, 20th century
  • Pair of Male and Female Figural Libation Cups, possibly Koro, Inland Nigeria, 20th century
  • Pair of Male and Female Figural Libation Cups, possibly Koro, Inland Nigeria, 20th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Both with dry cracks and worming, some loss to finish, one with repaired foot, glue visible.

LOT 164
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About Condition Ratings

  • 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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