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Bouclier, Mambila, Cameroun
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 EUR
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Description
- Bouclier, Mambila
- haut. 127 cm
- 50 in
kor, convexe, formé de deux épaisseurs en fibres de palmier tressées, traversé dans sa partie médiane par deux lattes de bois enveloppées de fibres végétales, les bords renforcés par un tissage de jonc serré, la poignée réalisée en fibres tressées. Grande finesse et régularité du décor, fait de lignes parallèles entrecroisées teintes en noir, se détachant sur le fond clair de la vannerie. Très belle patine d'usage, profonde.
Exhibited
African shields : Art, Power and Identity, Neuberger Museum of Art, 26 août - 02 mars 2002, Newark Museum et Birmingham Museum of Art, 9 mai - 20 juin 2004
Literature
Ginzberg, 2000 : 153
Condition
Good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture.The plant fibers around the rim slightly rubbed.
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.