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Chaise longue, Gurunsi, Burkina Faso
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- Gurunsi
- Chaise longue
- long. 118 cm
- 46 1/2 in
dogo-shala, de forme classique tripode, à assise incurvée et long dossier gravé de motifs géométriques, dominé par une tête stylisée. Très belle patine d'usage, brun clair.
Les chaises d'hommes "Gurunsi" (Lyéla, Nuna ou Sisala) étaient exclusivement utilisées par l'aîné d'une maison. Très rares, elles symbolisent le corps en position semi-allongée.
Les chaises d'hommes "Gurunsi" (Lyéla, Nuna ou Sisala) étaient exclusivement utilisées par l'aîné d'une maison. Très rares, elles symbolisent le corps en position semi-allongée.
Exhibited
African Forms, NY et Cornell, 2001 - 2004
Literature
Ginzberg, 2000 : 17
Condition
Good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. A small crack on the back of the seat.
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.