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Poteau funéraire, Modang, Telen river, Kalimantan, Bornéo
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- modang
- Poteau funéraire
- haut. 254 cm
- 100 in
De grande dimension, au décor complexe ajouré, organisé autour d'une arête centrale accentuant la verticalité de la composition, la partie supérieure évoquant un visage stylisé. Il a conservé, au sommet, l'un de ses montants. Bois dur, patine d'usage laissant apparaître la couleur naturelle du bois, claire.
Provenance
Collecté sur les berges de la rivière Telen, affluent de la rivière Mahakam, dans l'est Kalimantan, après une crue de grande ampleur.
Condition
Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. The surface highly eroded as a result of exposure to the elements.
"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."