Spoon - Dan - Côte d'Ivoire

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Dimitri André
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

Estimate  € 220 - € 250
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Cuillère from Côte d’Ivoire, Dan culture, provenance private collection, authenticity original/officiel.

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Description from the seller

This sale offers a collection of works from the studio of a Belgian painter, gathered over time according to his discoveries, his encounters, and his affinities. The artists have often maintained a privileged connection with primitive arts: sensitive to the force of forms, to the simplicity of volumes, and to the expressiveness of materials, they were among the first to look at these objects differently than mere curiosities. Their eye, naturally attentive to lines and balance, led them to collect these works and, at times, to draw inspiration from them. This collection thus bears witness to an intimate dialogue between artistic creation, the collector’s eye, and a fascination with forms from elsewhere.

Presentation of our appraisal house

Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African art and ethnography. A reference seller on Catawiki for more than 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a nearly 100% satisfaction rate.

We regularly support liquidations, successions, and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent, and accessible, with sales often offered without a reserve price.

Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.

Please check the condition of the objects in the photos before placing a bid.
The height is provided as an indication and does not bind the seller to any possible variance.

Shipping is insured within 24 hours, with careful packing, insurance, and tracking (tracking).
Contact available 7 days a week: we remain at your disposal for any questions or requests for additional information.

This sale offers a collection of works from the studio of a Belgian painter, gathered over time according to his discoveries, his encounters, and his affinities. The artists have often maintained a privileged connection with primitive arts: sensitive to the force of forms, to the simplicity of volumes, and to the expressiveness of materials, they were among the first to look at these objects differently than mere curiosities. Their eye, naturally attentive to lines and balance, led them to collect these works and, at times, to draw inspiration from them. This collection thus bears witness to an intimate dialogue between artistic creation, the collector’s eye, and a fascination with forms from elsewhere.

Presentation of our appraisal house

Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African art and ethnography. A reference seller on Catawiki for more than 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a nearly 100% satisfaction rate.

We regularly support liquidations, successions, and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent, and accessible, with sales often offered without a reserve price.

Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.

Please check the condition of the objects in the photos before placing a bid.
The height is provided as an indication and does not bind the seller to any possible variance.

Shipping is insured within 24 hours, with careful packing, insurance, and tracking (tracking).
Contact available 7 days a week: we remain at your disposal for any questions or requests for additional information.

Details

Indigenous object name
Spoon
Ethnic group/ culture
Dan
Country of Origin
Côte d'Ivoire
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
35 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
BelgiumVerified
1477
Objects sold
95.77%
Private

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