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Couteau scarificateur , îles Gilbert (Kiribati), Micronésie
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description
- Couteau scarificateur
- long. 25 cm
- 9 4/5 in
Provenance
Sotheby's, Paris, 16 avril 2003, Art Africain, Océanien et Précolombien - Collection privée Européenne, n° 96
Condition
Indentations to the handle, with indigenous repair. The binding of the tooth has been redone.
"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."
Catalogue Note
A la simplicité de la forme épurée répond la subtilité de la nervure en bas relief soulignant le mouvement de la tête coudée, dont l'extrémité est sertie d'une dent de requin. Très belle ancienneté du manche - à patine brune, profonde -, présentant des restaurations indigènes.