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Deux poulies de métier à tisser, Bamana, Mali et Baulé, Côte d'Ivoire
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description
- Deux poulies de métier à tisser, Bamana, Mali et Baulé, Côte d'Ivoire
- haut. a) 20 cm et b) 21 cm
- a) 7 4/5 in and b) 8 1/3 in
Provenance
a) Jean-Paul Delcourt, Abidjan
Collection Lionel Sergent
b) Collection Lionel Sergent
Collection Lionel Sergent
b) Collection Lionel Sergent
Condition
Good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture : chips and losses to the patina.
"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 l'élégance signifiée dans l'une et l'autre de ces poulies par l'étirement du cou, répondent en contrepoint les différentes perceptions et expressions de la beauté féminine chez ces deux peuples voisins d'Afrique de l'Ouest. Patines nuancées, profondes.