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Lot 48
  • 48

Masque, Baulé, Côte d'Ivoire

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description

  • Baulé
  • Masque
  • Wood
  • haut. 29 cm
  • 11 1/2 in

Provenance

Collection privée, acquis à Abidjan en 1965
Collection privée

Condition

Good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. Some scratches to the 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."

Catalogue Note

Ce masque animalier du mblo traduit remarquablement, dans la sobriété de la forme et la tension des lignes, la vigueur et l'agilité des danseurs auxquels son port était réservé. Voir Massa & Dewé (2011, p. 20 et couverture) pour un masque très comparable.