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deux petits poignards et fourreau double, Shona, Zimbabwe
Estimate
2,200 - 4,000 EUR
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Description
- deux petits poignards et fourreau double, Shona
- haut. 16 cm
- 6 1/4 in
Les poignées et le double fourreau en bois sont entièrement recouverts de fils de laiton tressés et entrelacés. La partie centrale ajourée servait vraisemblablement à suspendre cette arme de forme rare. Belle patine d'usage.
Provenance
Patrick Mestdagh, Bruxelles
Exhibited
African Forms, NY, Dav., San Diego, Mt. H. et Cornell, 2001 - 2004
Literature
Ginzberg, 2000 : 190
Condition
Good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. A few minor losses to the metal wires on hilt, as evidenced by 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.
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.