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Masquette, Lega, République Démocratique du Congo
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 EUR
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Description
- Lega
- Masquette
- Wood
- haut. 13 cm
- 5 1/8 in
Provenance
Collecté in situ par l’administrateur territorial Raymond Hombert, entre 1924 et 1930
Collection Tom Hombert, Bruxelles
Jean-Pierre Lepage, Bruxelles
Collection Alexis Bonew, Bruxelles, acquis en 1972-73
Collection Tom Hombert, Bruxelles
Jean-Pierre Lepage, Bruxelles
Collection Alexis Bonew, Bruxelles, acquis en 1972-73
"46" inscrit au dos à l'encre noire
Condition
Excellent condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. traces of wear on jute. Deep layered patina. Number 46 written in black to the rear of the mask.
"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."
Catalogue Note
A la force singulière des traits anguleux répond la profonde patine brun rouge de cette masquette lukwakongo, dont la densité picturale est accentuée par les rehauts de matière résineuse.