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Poulie de métier à tisser, Guro, Côte d'Ivoire
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 EUR
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Description
- Guro
- Poulie de métier à tisser
- wood
- haut. 20,2 cm
- 8 in
Provenance
Collection privée européenne
Condition
Very good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. Thin, stable cracks along the back and on the proper right hand of the bowl. Suspension hole going through the torso and the neck. One hole on each side of the bowl, probably for suspension. Sticky oily patina to the face and torso of the figure.
"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
Magistralement saisie dans un geste du quotidien, la jeune femme impose dans cette poulie anthropomorphe toute l'élégance de sa stature et des canons de la beauté en pays Guro. A la très grande rareté de l'iconographie répond celle de la patine suintante, exaltant la tension des courbes et le superbe jeu de lignes.