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Deux cuillers, Fang, Gabon
Estimate
2,000 - 3,500 EUR
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Description
- Deux cuillers, Fang
- long. 36 cm, 34 cm
- 14 in, 13 in
à cuilleron ovale porté par un manche délicatement sculpté dans sa partie supérieure. Belle patine nuancée, brune et brillante.
a. se terminant par un motif en forme d'ailes de papillon
b. l'anse à décor perlé, couronnée d'un bouton
a. se terminant par un motif en forme d'ailes de papillon
b. l'anse à décor perlé, couronnée d'un bouton
Exhibited
a. African Forms, NY, Dav., San Diego, et Mt. H., 2001 - 2003
Literature
Ginzberg, 2000 : 107
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.
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.