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Hache de prestige, Luba Shankadi, République Démocratique du Congo
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- Hache de prestige, Luba Shankadi
- haut. 39 cm
- 15 1/3 in
Jaillissant de la bouche, la lame en fer s'élargit en demi-lune, faisant écho à l'éventail des chignons agencés en cascades. La surface du bois à patine brune, profonde, est ponctuée de têtes de clous en cuivre, soulignant les traits et animant le manche de sections ornementales.
Provenance
Ancienne collection Verwilghen, Bruxelles, avant 1960
Condition
Very good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. Superficial abrasion on the back of the headdress.
"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."