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Paire de statuettes, Yoruba (Igbomina), Nigeria
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- Paire de statuettes, Yoruba (Igbomina)
- 26,5 et 27 cm
- 10 1/2 in, 10 3/4 in
ibeji, les personnages féminins à l'expression marquée par la bouche aux commissures relevées épousant l'ovale du menton, les grands yeux en amande animés par des pupilles en aluminium, et la nervure médiane s'étirant depuis l'arête nasale jusqu'au sommet de la coiffe. Belle opposition entre la poitrine et le postérieur saillants à la découpe géométrique et la rondeur du visage et des épaules. Elles sont parées de bracelets et de colliers de perles de verre et de cauris.
Literature
Reproduite dans :
Mareidi et Stoll, 1980: 306, pl. 206
Condition
Good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. Taller figure: hairline crack to base, across proper left foot, approximately 4.5cm. Loss to proper left ear. Shorter figure: metal inlay missing from proper left eye.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."