Poulie de métier à tisser, Baulé, Côte d'Ivoire

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Very good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. Proper left tip of the headdress is missing. Fine dark patina with shiny caramel tone in places. 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."

Si les sculptures dominant les poulies de métier à tisser relèvent de concepts plastiques analogues à ceux mis en œuvre dans les masques et la statuaire, il est rare qu'elles en constituent, comme ici, une expression à part entière. La puissance du buste/étrier, d'une profondeur remarquable, se prolonge dans l'élan du cou, mettant en valeur la beauté épurée du visage et le raffinement de la coiffe. Très belle patine d'usage, brune et brun rouge.