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Statuette, Yombe, République Démocratique du Congo
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 EUR
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Description
- Statuette, Yombe
- wood
- haut. 13,5 cm
- 5 1/3 in
Provenance
Christine Valluet, Paris
Collection Daniel et Carmen Klein
Collection Daniel et Carmen Klein
Condition
Very good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. A small open crack to the rear on the back and stool. Old nuanced patina with various surfaces with thickness in places and very polished areas to the edges. Variety of dark and reddish brown tones.
"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
La pose assise, tête appuyée sur la main est, selon Robert Farris Thompson (in Falgayrettes-Leveau, Le geste Kongo, 2002, p. 92), associée dans la pensée Kongo, "à la figure du chef idéal. Il considère la question, en évalue les éléments et s'abstient de tout commentaire avant de se décider. [Cette gestuelle] peut également correspondre à celle d'un ancêtre qui médite sur la mort". A la solennité du geste s'ajoute ici la majesté exprimée dans la haute coiffe renfermant la charge protectrice bilongo.