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Deux appuis-tête, l'un Shona, Afrique du Sud et l'autre Mangbetu, République Démocratique du Congo
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 EUR
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Description
- Deux appuis-tête, l'un Shona, Afrique du Sud et l'autre Mangbetu, République Démocratique du Congo
- a. haut 15,5 cm, b. long. 30,5 cm
- a. 6 1/6 in, b. 12 in
a. de forme épurée, la base à bord en doucine, le pied en X au décor linéaire profondément gravé, le linteau incurvé prolongé aux extrémités de pattes striées. Très belle patine d'usage, sombre et grumeleuse sur le linteau.
b. à la fois boîte et appui-tête, percé de trous de suspension. Le linteau, aux extrémités ponctuées de clous de tapissier, est profondément incurvé pour épouser la forme de la nuque, le bord cerné d'une bande d'écorce permettant de fermer le réceptacle. Très belle patine nuancée, brune et brun rouge.
b. à la fois boîte et appui-tête, percé de trous de suspension. Le linteau, aux extrémités ponctuées de clous de tapissier, est profondément incurvé pour épouser la forme de la nuque, le bord cerné d'une bande d'écorce permettant de fermer le réceptacle. Très belle patine nuancée, brune et brun rouge.
Provenance
a. William B. Moore, Los Angeles
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.
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."