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Bâton, Ovimbundu, Angola
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Ovimbundu
- Bâton
- haut. 53,5 cm
- 21 in
Le sommet sculpté d'un buste féminin aux bras libérés du corps et ramenées contre l'abdomen, les jambes disparaissant dans la hampe du bâton. L'ample tête présente un large visage - aux traits expressifs - magnifié par l'importante coiffe en diadème, ciselée de motifs géométriques. Belle patine d'usage nuancée, brune.
Condition
Wear consistent with age and use within the culture.
"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
cf. Bastin (1982 : 36, fig. 28) pour un bâton Ovimbundu de la collection Barbier-Mueller (n° 1028/28) au visage comparable orné d'une haute coiffe striée.
L'aplat encadrant le visage - masquant ses oreilles - serait la stylisation du parement frontal porté par certaines jeunes filles Ovimbundu (cf. idem, 1982 : 35).