Lot 176
  • 176

Imposant plateau de jeu, Ethiopie

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description

  • Imposant plateau de jeu
  • long. 91 cm
  • 35 3/4 in
gabata, de très belles proportions, le plateau incurvé porté par quatre pieds. Il est sculpté en son centre de deux rangées de dix cases circulaires, ménageant aux extrémités deux larges cavités transversales, toutes destinées à recevoir les graines ou les coquillages servant au jeu. Superbe patine d'usage, profonde, nuancée, brun rouge.

Provenance

Alain Dufour, Saint Maur

Condition

Wear consistent with age and use within the culture.
"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.
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