Truth 2006 - France

Mint Condition:
Primitive Arts - Truth Collection (2006) - Original packaging & Rare

Provenance: library drs. Theo Moody

A unique and extremely rare copy of the reference work "Arts Primitifs - Collection Vérité". This imposing catalog was published for the historic auction at the Hôtel Drouot in Paris on June 17 and 18, 2006.

Condition & Important Note:
This copy is in absolute New Old Stock condition. The book is still fully sealed in the original publisher plastic wrap. This guarantees that the linen spine is not discolored and the corners of the board are in perfect condition.

Note: The interior detail photos of the book in this lot description come from another (opened) copy, to ensure the seal of this specific item. In some photos the sealed copy is visible on the right side. The last photo shows a asking price of €500 for a read copy in good condition.

Why this work is essential:
The sale of the Pierre and Claude Vérité collection is regarded as the "auction of the century" for tribal art. The collection excelled in rarity and documented provenance; most pieces had been in the family for decades and formed the basis for the modern canon of African and Oceanic art.

Highlights and Specializations:
The book catalogs 514 lots with an unparalleled focus on:
Fang (Gabon): Including the world-famous Ngil mask.
Chokwe (Angola): The iconic hunter figures.
Ivory Coast & Mali: Masterpieces of the Baule and Dogon cultures.

Historical Auction Results (Drouot 2006):
To emphasize the value of this document, here are the historical results of the auction:
Total proceeds: Circa €44 million, a world record for tribal art at the time.
Top Lot: The Fang Ngil mask (Lot 193) hammered at €5,904,176 (record for primitive art).
Sales Ratio: 100% of the lots were sold, underscoring the exceptional quality of the collection.

Technical Specifications:
Pages: 557-560 pp.
Format: 28 x 22 x 3.2 cm.
Weight: approx. 3 kg.
Language: French (with English annotations).
Edition: Luxe hardcover with linen spine.

An indispensable possession for the serious collector or library of tribal art, certainly in this unread condition.

Shipping:
The book is packed with the utmost care in a sturdy box and shipped with Track & Trace. Given the substantial weight of this set, safe packaging is guaranteed.

Combined shipping is not possible.

Any customs charges are the buyer’s responsibility.

Possible pickup in The Hague, Benoordehout, 2596GN.