Lot 147
  • 147

Statuette féminine, Bembé, République du Congo

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 EUR
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Description

  • Bembé
  • Statuette féminine
  • haut. 16,5 cm
  • 6 1/2 in

Provenance

Christine Valluet - Yann Ferrandin, Paris
Collection Lionel Sergent

Condition

Very good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture : old chips to the feet , as visible in the catalogue illustration.
"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."

Catalogue Note

La patine sombre met superbement en valeur la tension de la pose - les paumes ouvertes et le visage tournés vers le ciel - et la très grande finesse des scarifications en bandes verticales s'élargissant vers l'abdomen. Très belle opposition entre la rigueur du visage anguleux et le dessin de la coiffe en calotte aux motifs asymétriques.