Lot 156
  • 156

Bouclier en vannerie, Azandé, République Démocratique du Congo

Estimate
3,500 - 4,500 EUR
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Description

  • Azandé
  • Bouclier en vannerie
  • haut. 125 cm
  • 49 in
de belles proportions, ovale et bombé à l'ombilic, le décor jouant sur les effets du tressage serré ; orné sur les deux faces d'un décor géométrique en réserve sur fond noir. Au dos, la poignée, sculptée dans un cadre de bois, est ornée de vannerie en zigzags. Patine brune et profonde de la poignée.

Condition

A few losses to the vegetal cover at the lower end.
"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."