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Gong et maillet, Tétéla, République démocratique du Congo
Estimate
800 - 1,200 EUR
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Description
- Gong et maillet, Tétéla
- haut. totale : 81cm
- 31 in
Le gong campaniforme, composé de deux feuilles de fer martelées et soudées, est surmonté d'un cordon de suspension en vannerie. Le maillet à manche droit présente une tête sphérique en fibres tressées. Belle patine profonde.
Les grands gongs ont été utilisés par les Tétéla dans les rituels de sociétés secrètes masculines, avant de servir de monnaie d'échange.
Les grands gongs ont été utilisés par les Tétéla dans les rituels de sociétés secrètes masculines, avant de servir de monnaie d'échange.
Exhibited
African Forms, NY, Dav., San Diego, et Mt. H., 2001 - 2003
Literature
Reproduit dans :
Ginzberg, 2000 : 134
Cameron, African Arts, été 2001 : 56
Condition
Good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. Minor crack on mallet handle.
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.