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Superbe hache, Songye, République démocratique du Congo
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- Songye
- Superbe hache
- haut. 44,5 cm
- 17 1/2 in
Fichée dans la tête bulbeuse du manche - sculptée de deux cupules -, la lame en fer trapézoïdale est gravée de spirales et décorée à jour de cercles, de motifs trilobés et enfin d'une rosace en cuivre - motif caractéristique des armes Songye. Très bel équilibre des formes ; belle patine brune, nuancée.
Exhibited
African Forms, NY, Dav., San Diego, et Mt. H., 2001 - 2003
Literature
Reproduite dans :
Ginzberg, 2000 : 188
Cameron, African Arts, été 2001 : 51
Ginzberg, 2000 : 188
Cameron, African Arts, été 2001 : 51
Condition
Good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture.
A few minor scratches to the handle, 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.