Lot 182
  • 182

Bouclier, Tutsi, Rwanda

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description

  • Tutsi
  • Bouclier
  • haut. 70,5 cm
  • 27 3/4 in
en bois léger, la face bombée animée par un ombilic conique sculpté en haut relief, mis en valeur par un décor de cercles concentriques, les extrémités ornées d'un motif en spirale aux contours gravés, rehaussé de pigments blancs et rouges, le fond à patine brune, croûteuse. Le dos est muni d'une large poignée sculptée dans la masse.

Provenance

Collection Lord McAlpine, Londres

Condition

Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. Superficial chips to the encrusted patina. Two holes in the conical navel. Abrasion along the edges. For any further information, please contact the African and Oceanic Art department : kristen.lefevre@sothebys.com, + 33 1 53 05 53 39
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