September Premier Auction: Day 2
Sat, Sep 16, 2017 09:00AM EDT - Sun, Sep 17, 2017 09:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 637
African Carved Wood Figural Wine Cup
Estimate: $6,000 - $9,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Kuba Kingdom, possibly 19th century, palm wood cup in the form of a head with defined features, almond shaped eyes, brass tacks, protruding headdress at rear, pierced latticework base, old museum number on base, 7-1/4 in.
Probably Mathias Komor, New York, New York, circa 1960s or 1970s; A signed statement from the consignor regarding the provenance of this object will be provided to the buyer.
Condition
loss to left ear tip, drying crack to inside base, surface consistent with age and use
