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Appui-dos, Pays mongo, Yaelima, République Démocratique du Congo
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Appui-dos, Pays mongo, Yaelima
- haut. 41 cm
- 16 in
L'assise-dossier ajourée, à anses en demi-cercle, est ornée d'un motif gravé de chevrons et de quadrillés. Elle est portée par un pied monoxyle évidé. Symbole d'autorité, ce siège était l'apanage exclusif des chefs et des notables Mongo.
Exhibited
African Forms, NY, Dav., San Diego, et Mt. H., 2001 - 2003
Literature
Ginzberg, 2000 : 29
Condition
Good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. One end of the seat has been broken and repaired (glue). A few cracks and minor losses to the ends of the feet.
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.