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Sifflet, Tshokwe ou Pende, République Démocratique du Congo
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description
- Sifflet, Tshokwe ou Pende
- Wood
- haut. 17,5 cm
- 6 7/8 in
Provenance
Collection Gustave E. De Hondt, Bruxelles
Collection J.H.W. Verschure (1899-1977)
Collection privée
Collection J.H.W. Verschure (1899-1977)
Collection privée
Condition
Good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. Very beautiful dark brown 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
Ce majestueux sifflet se distingue par son ornementation superbement élaborée. Le motif en cercles concentriques ponctuant de part et d'autre le fût évoque la tranche d'un coquillage conus, lié à la connaissance.