Lot 126
  • 126

Trois coupes en vannerie, Tutsi, Rwanda ou Burundi

Estimate
1,500 - 2,200 EUR
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Description

  • Trois coupes en vannerie, Tutsi
  • diam. 20, 19 et 17 cm
  • 8, 7 1/2 , 6 1/2 in
de forme classique évasée, en fibres végétales :
a) spiralées, à décor ishaka de petits rectangles de couleur noire, disposés en cercles concentriques
b) spiralées, à décor imyambi de lignes entrelacées
c) tressées, à décor ibitoki d'aile d'oiseau.

Exhibited

a. et b. African Forms, NY, Dav., San Diego, Mt. H. et Cornell, 2001 - 2004

Literature

Ginzberg, 2000 : 110

Condition

Good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.