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Statuette, Bembe, République du Congo
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description
- Statuette, Bembe
- wood
- haut. 17 cm
- 6 5/7 in
Provenance
Collection Christophe Tzara, Paris
Sotheby’s, Londres, 8 juillet 1969, n° 158
Collection Ralph A. Ellison, New York
Ron Nasser, New York
Collection Daniel et Carmen Klein
Sotheby’s, Londres, 8 juillet 1969, n° 158
Collection Ralph A. Ellison, New York
Ron Nasser, New York
Collection Daniel et Carmen Klein
Condition
Good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. Small chips and abrasions in places. Proper right arm is missing and the the rear of the base missing too. Beautiful aged 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 la force de la charge présidant au pouvoir protecteur de cette miniature répond celle émanant de la sculpture, notamment dans la saisissante articulation des épaules, magnifiées au dos par les cercles concentriques ponctuant les omoplates.