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Cimier , Ekoi / Ejagham, région de la Cross River, Nigeria
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 EUR
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Description
- Ekoi / Ejagham
- Cimier
- haut. 32 cm
- 12 1/2 in
Supportée par une base en vannerie, la tête sculptée en ronde bosse, recouverte de peau animale, offre un visage dont la puissance de l'expression - bouche béante, langue tirée, nez busqué, yeux grands ouverts - est accentuée par une rare et épaisse corne frontale et deux défenses courbes encadrant la langue rapportée. La peau patinée, vraisemblablement polie à l'huile de palme, est rehaussée de noir, dessinant les traits des sourcils. Patine brun rouge brillante sur la peau, brune, profonde, grumeleuse sur la langue et la corne.
Condition
Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. Teeth missing, tip of the tongue and the left tusk broken.
"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."