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October 05, 2017

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LOT 120

Lot 120

Pair of Ngata Male and Female Sarcophagus Figures, Lualaba River Area, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa

Pair of Ngata Male and Female Sarcophagus Figures, Lualaba River Area, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa
Lot 120 Details
Pair of Ngata Male and Female Sarcophagus Figures, Lualaba River Area, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa

carved wood with natural pigments and applied metal tack decoration, includes stand
height 75ins — 190.5 cms; 72ins — 182.9 cms

Estimate $1,500-$2,000

Realised: $1,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

Provenance:

Missing Link Gallery, Sarasota, Florida, 2006;
Collection of Joey and Toby Tanenbaum, Toronto

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
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  • 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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