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Lot 90
  • 90

Statuette, Bembé, République du Congo

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description

  • Bembé
  • Statuette
  • Wood
  • haut. 12,5 cm
  • 5 in

Condition

Good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture. One open crack to the chest as visible in the catalogue illustration.
"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.
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Catalogue Note

La facture de cette effigie d'ancêtre l'apparente très étroitement à celle conservée au musée Dapper (Falgayrettes-Leveau, 2004, p. 160), chef-d’œuvre du "style de Kolo", identifié en 1989 par Raoul Lehuard dans Art Bakongo, les centres de style. Dans cette "miniature" - du même atelier et probablement de la même main - l'artiste est parvenu à imposer la monumentalité de son sujet, notamment dans la prestance de la pose, la tension de la courbe pectorale et la dynamique du visage aux traits anguleux.