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Deux appuis-tête, Rendille et Shilluk, Kenya et Ethiopie
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 EUR
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Description
- Deux appuis-tête, Rendille et Shilluk
- a. long. 18,5 cm ; b. long. 37 cm
- 7 1/4 in ; 14 1/2 in
le linteau incurvé et les pieds sculptés dans la forme naturelle d'une branche d'arbre. Belle patine d'usage, brillante.
b. ancien numéro d'inventaire, en partie effacé.
b. ancien numéro d'inventaire, en partie effacé.
Provenance
b. Ancienne collection Bill Moore, New York
Exhibited
a. African Forms, NY, Dav., San Diego, Mt. H. et Cornell, 2001 - 2004
b. Africa, The Art of a Continent, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, N.Y, 7 juin - 29 septembre 1996
b. Africa, The Art of a Continent, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, N.Y, 7 juin - 29 septembre 1996
Literature
Ginzberg, 2000 : 38
Condition
Good condition overall. Wear consitent with age and use within the culture.
A tiny crack and superficial scratches on the smaller neckrest.
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.