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AKAN-TWIFO MEMORIAL HEAD, TWIFO-HEMANG TRADITIONAL AREA, GHANA

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AKAN-TWIFO MEMORIAL HEAD, TWIFO-HEMANG TRADITIONAL AREA, GHANA

Terracotta
Height: 9 in (22.9 cm)

Condition Report:
Very good condition overall for an object of this type and age. Fragmentary, as shown in the catalogue illustration, with losses to the neck and top of head. Small surface restoration to the tip of nose; some surface consolidation to the face, including to the bridge of the nose and the proper left cheek. Marks, nicks, scratches, minor cracks and small losses throughout. Has base.

In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Provenance:
William Wright, New York

Private Collection, New York, acquired from the above

Sidney and Bernice Clyman, Scarsdale, acquired from the above

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AKAN-TWIFO MEMORIAL HEAD, TWIFO-HEMANG TRADITIONAL AREA, GHANA

Terracotta
Height: 9 in (22.9 cm)

Condition Report:
Very good condition overall for an object of this type and age. Fragmentary, as shown in the catalogue illustration, with losses to the neck and top of head. Small surface restoration to the tip of nose; some surface consolidation to the face, including to the bridge of the nose and the proper left cheek. Marks, nicks, scratches, minor cracks and small losses throughout. Has base.

In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Provenance:
William Wright, New York

Private Collection, New York, acquired from the above

Sidney and Bernice Clyman, Scarsdale, acquired from the above

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