A very rare seat or probable back support, possibly for a mask wearer, the foot is carved with two openwork twists and an incised checkerboard pattern.
Bidjogo, Guinea Bissau
Wood, nails, nice old oxidation and very nice patina.
Height: 70cm

Provenance: Jacques Viault
Jacques Viault Collection
Live Thursday 28 November 2024・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 14

A very rare seat or probable back support, possibly for a mask wearer, the foot is carved with two openwork twists and an incised checkerboard pattern. Bidjogo, Guinea Bissau Wood, nails, nice old oxidation and very nice patina. Height: 70cm Provenance: Jacques Viault Jacques Viault Collection

Result
€585
Buyer's premium
30%
A very rare seat or probable back support, possibly for a mask wearer, the foot is carved with two openwork twists and an incised checkerboard pattern. Bidjogo, Guinea Bissau Wood, nails, nice old oxidation and very nice patina. Height: 70cm Provenance: Jacques Viault Jacques Viault Collection
Sale Thursday 28 November 2024・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 9 - Hôtel Drouot 9, rue Drouot 75009 Paris