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Couteau, Laali, République Démocratique du Congo
Estimate
2,500 - 4,000 EUR
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Description
- Couteau, Laali
- haut. 42 cm
- 16 1/2 in
Emblème cheffal, ce couteau ibia se distingue par la très belle puissance émanant de la tension de ses formes courbes, avec l'impressionnante lame déployée en éventail parfaitement équilibrée par le manche s'étirant vers l'arrière. A la fluidité des lignes répond la grande richesse de son ornementation, le manche entièrement couvert de têtes de clous et d'un fil de cuivre s'enroulant en spirale. Très belle patine brune, profonde, du pommeau.
Condition
Very good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. Small loss to the base of the handle. one nail missing.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."