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Bel ensemble de cinq cuillers, Zulu, Afrique du sud
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 EUR
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Description
- Bel ensemble de cinq cuillers, Zulu
- haut. 41,5 cm à 33,5 cm
- 16 to 13 in
ukhezo, à cuilleron circulaire, le long manche droit s'achevant en pointe facetée, chacun sculpté d'un motif géométrique en relief (chevrons, cannelures, spirales godronnées, zigzags et losanges). Deux ont été partiellement noircis au feu, afin de jouer sur un contraste de couleurs. Très belles proportions et superbe patine brune, nuancée, s'éclaircissant vers le cuilleron.
Exhibited
Plusieurs exposées dans :
African Forms, NY, Dav., San Diego, Mt. H. et Cornell, 2001 - 2004
African Forms, NY, Dav., San Diego, Mt. H. et Cornell, 2001 - 2004
Literature
Ginzberg, 2000 : 98
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.