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Grand lit en bambou, Bamum, Cameroun
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- Grand lit en bambou, Bamum
- long. 177 cm
- 70 in
mekuo' kun, composé de lattes assemblées et de deux grands tubes de bambou fixés à l'arrière par neuf traverses, reposant sur quatre pieds en bois léger gravés d'un décor géométrique. Belle patine d'usage, brune.
Exhibited
African Forms, NY, 2001
Literature
Ginzberg, 2000 : 46
Condition
Good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. Some minor losses to the feet due to insects, stabilized.
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.