Bel ensemble de cinq cuillers à priser en os, Zulu, Afrique du sud

Chacune est ornée, sur la partie inférieure du manche, d'un décor pyrogravé de stries et de motifs points cercles. Patine laiteuse.



Selon Wanless (in Johannesburg, 1991 : 140), les cuillers à priser étaient en général portées comme ornement, soit dans les cheveux, soit suspendues au cou ou aux oreilles percées. Elles pouvaient aussi être utilisées pour collecter la sueur et étaient par conséquent considérées comme des objets extrêmement personnels".

Ginzberg, 2000 : 102

Good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. The longest (shown at centre in catalogue illustration) slightly rubbed on motif at the reverse of neck, and a tiny old chip to the rim of bowl, approximately 5mm, as evidenced by the catalogue illustration. Patina of spoons slightly warmer than as shown in the catalogue illustration.
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.