Statue, Kongo/Vili, République Démocratique du Congo

Collection J.H.W. Verschure (1899-1977)
Collection privée

Good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. Pantina missing in the right ear.
"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."

Ce nkisi se rattache à la statuaire Vili de la région bordant la rivière Chiloango, à la frontière de la République Démocratique du Congo et de l'Angola. En particulier, les détails des sourcils hachurés, du liseré frontal dentelé et du collier de barbe, la rapprochent des grands minkondi collectés dans cette région. Sa charge sommitale - rarement conservée - rappelle le pouvoir protecteur dont la statue était investie, tandis que la patine profonde atteste sa grande ancienneté.