Ensemble de dix étoffes en fibres de raphia, Kuba, République Démocratique du Congo

Collecté par le gouverneur François (Fritz) Wenner, entre 1920 et 1941
Collection Catherine Wenner, Luxembourg
Collection Alexis Bonew, Bruxelles, acquis de Catherine Wenner en 1971-72

Good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. 1- Good condition. 3 small holes in the middle of the fabric 2- Good condition. One big stain visible on both front and reverse. other small to the reverse only 3- Good condition 4- Lots of holes 5- Good condition 6- Good condition 7- Some stains in the middle of the fabric, on the outside 8- Good condition 9- One loss with ravelling on one side 10- 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.
"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."

Cet ensemble d'étoffes anciennes offre, dans la richesse et les nuances des motifs géométriques damassés ou brodés (ces derniers dits aussi "veloutés") monochromes (rares) ou polychromes, une superbe démonstration de cet art du tissage dans lequel les Kuba ont excellé.