HAMMER 133 / Afrikanische und Ozeanische Kunst

编号 1 - A Kissi Stone Figure, "pomdo" Kissi, Sierra Leone / Guinea Ohne Sockel / without base Stone. H 15 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Most of the known stone figures were found in the area between the Sherbro Islands and Guinea, between western Liberia and the Temne country in Sierra Leone. The chance finds in the Kissi and Mende areas were discovered by field workers or uncovered on riverbanks. In 1883, the British colonial official T.J. Alldridge was the first to find two objects on Sherbro Island, which he subsequently sold to the British Museum. Since then, a number of objects have ended up in museums and collections, while others have been retained by the local population. The Kissi and most other ethnic groups in the region call the sculptures pomdo (pomtan = the dead) and regard them as ancestors turned into stone to whom the owners make offerings. The Mende call the stylistically distinct works they find nomoli (Mz. nomolisia = found spirits). They are aware that they must be artifacts left behind by earlier cultures and use them in fertility rites. The rarest stone works are the impressive, sometimes life-size heads from the Mende region. They are known locally as mahen yafe (spirit of the chief) and are the property of the poro confederation. These heads are not fragments of larger figures and the bases used as plinths are not broken. In 1852, the British missionary George Thompson discovered five of these objects at the foot of a tree, all of which may have been accidentally or deliberately damaged. When he asked the local rulers about the origin of the stones, they replied that these objects must have grown here, as none of their people could make such things. A wide-ranging mineralogical test carried out by the Musée de l'Homme in 1945 on around 300 objects revealed that around two thirds were made of steatite (= soapstone, a naturally occurring chemical substance that is easy to work with) and the remainder of chlorite schist, amphibolite, granite and dolerite. Stylistically, the evidence is very similar to the Afro-Portuguese ivory carvings from the 16th and early 17th centuries that were made in the same area by local craftsmen on behalf of the Portuguese nobility. European merchants referred to this area along the coast as the "Land of the Sapes" (or Sapis). It is difficult to say how old the stonework really is, but the evidence so far suggests that the early work is related to the Sapi class of the time. Although the Kissi in particular have long upheld the ancient tradition, stone carving is now practiced in this region for decorative purposes only. Further reading: F.J. Lamp (2018). Ancestors in Search of Descendants: Stone Effigies of the Ancient Sapi. New York: QCC Art Gallery Press, New York. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 1 000 / 2 000 Weight in grams: 691 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is not responsible for any errors or omissions.

估价 1 000 - 2 000 CHF

编号 2 - A Kissi Stone Bird Stone Bird Kissi, Sierra Leone / Guinea Ohne Sockel / without base Stone. H 23 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Published: Minkoff (Gérald), 1988, "Le regard et la séduction", Carouge: Galerie Delafontaine. Number 7. Exhibited: Galerie Delafontaine, Carouge. Le regard et la séduction (1988). Described by Gérald Minkoff in the 1988 exhibition catalog "Le regard et la séduction" as follows: Sculptures pomtan, Kissi, Guinée Fig. 7, 23 cm, stéatite, XVI° siècle. Les Kissi, qui sont essentiellement des riziculteurs de la haute Guinée et des franges du Sierra Leone, ainsi que du Liberia, ne sont pas des sculpteurs. Although we know a few rare relics in wood, specifically for the Pomtan, they have never carved pierced figures. They have all been recuperated by cultivating their fields and do not admit to being the authors. Celles-ci appartiendraient à des civilizations disparues au milieu du XVI° siècle lors des grandes invasions qui bouleversèrent ces régions. Les paysans Kissi qui les ramassent dans leur sol y reconnaissent, selon un rituel particulier qui fait intervenir le rêve et la divination, le portrait de tel ou tel défunt et conservent ces pomtan (pomdo au singulier) sur les autels familiaux et à leur tour ces figures d'ancêtres peuvent devenir des instrumente de divination. The morphological characteristics are quite different in the ensemble, be it the figures found in Kissi or Mende and on the littoral. The first ones are generally more massive, cylindrical, while the second ones emphasize a forte forte and projected in front, supported by a well-decoupled torse from which the waisted members emerge in high relief. The bird in fig. 7 is a chef-d'œuvre that we consider unique, but it is not without reference to the mammoth collection of the Völkerkunde Museum in Munich: the same quality of the pierre, the same way of carving the torso in relief, the same order of size (the Munich version measures 31 cm), the same way of carving the details. Les doigts des pattes (trois en avant, un en arrière), le plumage (d'un touraco ?) avec les rémiges gui recouvrent en partie les rectrices la huppe sur le sommet de la tâte tout cela est traité avec la plus grande attention. This sculpture was not made from scratch on a stable base and we do not know how the Kissi were able to incorporate such an object into their equipment. -------------------------------------------- Most of the known stone figures were found in the area between the Sherbro Islands and Guinea, between western Liberia and the Temne country in Sierra Leone. The chance finds in the Kissi and Mende areas were discovered by field workers or uncovered on riverbanks. In 1883, the British colonial official T.J. Alldridge was the first to find two objects on Sherbro Island, which he subsequently sold to the British Museum. Since then, a certain number of objects have found their way into museums and collections, while others have been retained by the local population. The Kissi and most other ethnic groups in the region call the sculptures pomdo (pomtan = the dead) and regard them as ancestors turned into stone to whom the owners make offerings. The Mende call the stylistically distinct works they find nomoli (Mz. nomolisia = found spirits). They are aware that they must be artifacts left behind by earlier cultures and use them in fertility rites. The rarest stone works are the impressive, sometimes life-size heads from the Mende region. They are known locally as mahen yafe (spirit of the chief) and are the property of the poro confederation. These heads are not fragments of larger figures and the bases used as plinths are not broken. In 1852, the British missionary George Thompson discovered five of these objects at the foot of a tree, all of which may have been accidentally or deliberately damaged. When he asked the local rulers about the origin of the stones, they replied that these objects must have grown here, as none of their people could make such things. A wide-ranging mineralogical test carried out by the Musée de l'Homme in 1945 on around 300 objects revealed that around two thirds were made of steatite (= soapstone, a naturally occurring chemical substance that is easy to work with) and the remainder of chlorite schist, amphibolite, granite and dolerite. Stylistically, the evidence is very similar to the Afro-Portuguese ivory carvings from the 16th and early 17th centuries, which were made in the same area by local craftsmen on behalf of the Portuguese nobility. The European merchants referred to the

估价 2 000 - 4 000 CHF

编号 3 - A Bozo Rod Puppet Head, "sigi dankele" Bozo, Mali Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, mirror. H 47 cm. Provenance: - Galerie Carrefour, Pierre Vérité, Paris. - 1970s: Marcel Roux (1909-1993), Paris. - Heirs of Marcel Roux, French-speaking Switzerland. Marionette from the Sogo bò puppet theater. "Sogo bò" translates as "The animals come out". The most important characters include wild animals. However, themes from everyday life were also addressed, for example scenes from the world of hunting as well as scenes about the relationship between men and women. The puppet show serves to convey moral values and knowledge, which is why the players have an important social responsibility. However, as the performances were also primarily seen as entertainment, the actors still enjoyed a great deal of freedom of expression. This lively and engaging form of theater still enjoys great popularity today. The puppet shows performed by fishermen and farmers alike in front of an assembled and sometimes actively participating village community followed a precise dramaturgy. It consisted of up to twenty "acts", in each of which a character performed a self-contained parable. There were singing and dancing interludes between the individual performance sequences. Further reading: Groux, Reginald (2008). Marionnettes du Mali. Masques et marionnettes de Théâtre Sogobó. Montreuil-sous-Bois: Éditions Gourcuff Gradenigo. ----------------------------------------------------- Marcel Roux (1909 - 1993) Marcel Roux is known for his significant contributions to early 20th century architecture in France, particularly in the field of social housing and the modernization of urban structures. Roux studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris and later worked closely with renowned architects such as Le Corbusier. He was strongly influenced by modernism and the principles of functionalism, which is reflected in his clear, rational designs. His work encompassed both public and private projects, placing great emphasis on improving the quality of life through architectural solutions. His interest in form and design and the associated passion for art in general led to a remarkable collection of African figures and masks as well as numerous friendships with well-known collectors and art dealers such as Charles Ratton. CHF 1 000 / 2 000 Weight in grams: 4700 Condition: Visible erosion of the front part, in places supplemented with foreign material and patinated (see photos). -------------------------------- The condition (possible wear, signs of use, cracks, possible other impairments and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 1 000 - 2 000 CHF

编号 4 - A Bamana Mask, "n'tomo" (?) Mask, "n'tomo" (?) Bamana/Mande/Malinke, Mali Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, sheet metal. H 61.5 cm. Provenance: - Marcel Roux (1909-1993), Paris. - Heirs of Marcel Roux, French-speaking Switzerland. Taking into account local differences and being aware of the changes over time, the traditional socio-religious order of Bamana society can be divided into successive secret societies (jow), in which members were given access to the rules and knowledge of the tribe through initiation according to their age or maturity. Each of these societies had its own, clearly differentiated mask system. Ntomo A primary school-like seven-year cycle for girls and boys from the age of about seven, divided into classes (lions, toads, birds, guinea fowls and dogs). Ntomo masks appeared during the dry season as the initiates migrated from village to village and had as a common feature the vertical structure above an anthropomorphic face, the number of horns of which indicated the gender of the mask. The relatively inconspicuous mouth indicates the most important teaching of Ntomo, the control of the word and the value of silence. Korè Korè was the continuation of Ntomo and marked the transition from adolescence to adulthood. The 14-21 year old novices underwent a ritual death and subsequent resurrection. They were taught in classes (lions, hyenas and monkeys) in the bush camp, e.g. in matters of faith, medicine, sexuality, life cycles or hunting. Korè masks represented the symbolic animals of each class and appeared annually at the end of the dry season and at funerals. Jo An initiatory compound more common in the southern region, similar to Ntomo and Korè, which was also open to young women. The initiates would travel to the surrounding areas and perform the songs and dances they had learned, with some of these groups including female figures carved from wood (jo nyeleni). After this initial training with a more educational purpose, the Bamana were free to complete further initiations in male or female groups, such as komò, kònò, ci-wara and many more, all of which perform specific tasks within Bamana society. Further reading: Colleyn, Jean-Paul (2001). Bamana, African Art from Mali. Zurich: Museum Rietberg. -------------------------------------------- Marcel Roux (1909 - 1993) Marcel Roux is known for his significant contributions to early 20th century architecture in France, particularly in the field of social housing and the modernization of urban structures. Roux studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris and later worked closely with renowned architects such as Le Corbusier. He was strongly influenced by modernism and the principles of functionalism, which is reflected in his clear, rational designs. His work encompassed both public and private projects, placing great emphasis on improving the quality of life through architectural solutions. His interest in form and design and the associated passion for art in general led to a remarkable collection of African figures and masks as well as numerous friendships with well-known collectors and art dealers such as Charles Ratton. CHF 2 000 / 3 000 Weight in grams: 1212 Condition: Various restored breakages, e.g. on the horns and lateral prongs. Horizontal forehead decoration (mace band) missing. Repatinated in places. Various restored breakages, e.g. on the horns and lateral prongs. Horizontal forehead decoration (mace band) missing. Repatinated in places. -------------------------------- The condition (wear, eventual cracks, tear, other imperfections and the effects of aging etc. if applicable) of this lot is as visible on the multiple photos we have uploaded for your documentation. Please feel free to contact Hammer Auktionen for all questions you might have regarding this lot ([email protected]). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Hammer Auktionen is here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Hammer Auktionen within 5 days of receiving the item. -------------------------------- The condition (possible wear, signs of use, cracks, possible other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. For all questions regarding this object, please contact Hamme

估价 2 000 - 3 000 CHF

编号 5 - A Bamana Mask, "kònò" Mask, "kònò" Bamana, Mali Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 103 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Taking into account local differences and recognizing the changes over time, the traditional socio-religious order of Bamana society can be divided into successive secret societies (jow), in which members were given access to the rules and knowledge of the tribe through initiation according to their age or maturity. Each of these societies had its own, clearly differentiated mask system. Ntomo A primary school-like seven-year cycle for girls and boys from the age of about seven, divided into classes (lions, toads, birds, guinea fowls and dogs). Ntomo masks appeared during the dry season as the initiates migrated from village to village and had as a common feature the vertical structure above an anthropomorphic face, the number of horns of which indicated the gender of the mask. The relatively inconspicuous mouth indicates the most important teaching of Ntomo, the control of the word and the value of silence. Korè Korè was the continuation of Ntomo and marked the transition from adolescence to adulthood. The 14-21 year old novices underwent a ritual death and subsequent resurrection. They were taught in classes (lions, hyenas and monkeys) in the bush camp, e.g. in matters of faith, medicine, sexuality, life cycles or hunting. Korè masks represented the symbolic animals of each class and appeared annually at the end of the dry season and at funerals. Jo An initiatory compound more common in the southern region, similar to Ntomo and Korè, which was also open to young women. The initiates would travel to the surrounding areas and perform the songs and dances they had learned, with some of these groups including female figures carved from wood (jo nyeleni). After this initial training with a more educational purpose, the Bamana were free to complete further initiations in male or female groups, such as komò, kònò, ci-wara and many more, all of which perform specific tasks within Bamana society. Further reading: Colleyn, Jean-Paul (2001). Bamana, African Art from Mali. Zurich: Museum Rietberg. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 1 000 / 2 000 Weight in grams: 5700 Condition: Visible impairments (see photos). Visible impairments (see photos). -------------------------------- The condition (wear, eventual cracks, tear, other imperfections and the effects of aging etc. if applicable) of this lot is as visible on the multiple photos we have uploaded for your documentation. Please feel free to contact Hammer Auktionen for all questions you might have regarding this lot ([email protected]). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Hammer Auktionen is here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Hammer Auktionen within 5 days of receiving the item. -------------------------------- The condition (possible wear, signs of use, cracks, possible other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information on the condition of the objects, which has been provided for the convenience of interested parties, is only an opinion and should not be construed as a recommendation.

估价 1 000 - 2 000 CHF

编号 6 - A Dogon Figure Ancestor figure Dogon, Tomo-Ka, Mali (Seno-Gondo plain) Mit Sockel / with base Wood. H 55,5 cm. Provenance: - Imelda and Paul (1924-2014) Berger-Frei, Riehen. - Berger-Frei community of heirs, Basel. The Dogon ethnic group settled in the Hombori Mountains. The small communities living in scattered villages are the successors of the Tellem, whose still existing dwellings can be found high up in the inaccessible cliffs of the Bandiagara rocks, which were declared a World Heritage Site in 1989. The Dogon are best known in Western culture for their art. Their works originate from and refer to the fascinating mythology of the ethnic group. The unmistakably geometric, reduced to sparse formal language turns their cult and everyday objects into exemplary examples of traditional African art. According to current literature, traditional figures such as the one offered here represent certain people of different rank and with different functions. Their role is varied and depends on the context, which often remains unknown as these representations are difficult to access for outsiders. In general, however, they are used to venerate ancestors, offer protection and represent various aspects of daily life and the spiritual world of the Dogon. Further reading: Leloup, Helene (1994). Statuaire Dogon. Paris: Editions Amez. CHF 500 / 1 000 Weight in grams: 1498 Condition: Both legs restored after fracture at upper thigh level (see photos). Both legs restored after fracture at upper thigh level (see photos). -------------------------------- The condition (wear, eventual cracks, tear, other imperfections and the effects of aging etc. if applicable) of this lot is as visible on the multiple photos we have uploaded for your documentation. Please feel free to contact Hammer Auktionen for all questions you might have regarding this lot ([email protected]). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Hammer Auktionen is here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Hammer Auktionen within 5 days of receiving the item. -------------------------------- The condition (possible wear, signs of use, cracks, possible other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 500 - 1 000 CHF

编号 7 - A Senufo zoomorphic mask Zoomorphic mask Senufo, Burkina Faso Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, Raphia. H 136 cm. Provenance: - Marcel Roux (1909-1993), Paris. - Heirs of Marcel Roux, French-speaking Switzerland. The Senufo are an ethnic group of around 3 million people in the border triangle of Côte d'Ivoire, Mali and Burkina-Faso. Predominantly living in villages, agriculture, formerly supplemented to a greater extent by hunting, forms the economic basis of the ethnic group. The distinctive mask system of the Senufo is closely linked to various male associations, in particular the Poro association, the central social institution of Senufo society. The hierarchically structured secret society is responsible for the education and initiation of boys and men. It also plays a decisive role in all spiritual and religious aspects of life and ultimately maintains the social order within the community. The Senufo mask system is characterized by a great variety of forms and types. Due to the incomplete oral traditions and the confidentiality of the initiates, the exact classification of atypical specimens, such as this one, is difficult. Further reading: Förster, Till (1988). The art of the Senufo. Zurich: Museum Rietberg. ----------------------------------------------------- Marcel Roux (1909 - 1993) Marcel Roux is known for his significant contributions to early 20th century architecture in France, particularly in the field of social housing and the modernization of urban structures. Roux studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris and later worked closely with renowned architects such as Le Corbusier. He was strongly influenced by modernism and the principles of functionalism, which is reflected in his clear, rational designs. His work encompassed both public and private projects, placing great emphasis on improving the quality of life through architectural solutions. His interest in form and design and the associated passion for art in general led to a remarkable collection of African figures and masks as well as numerous friendships with well-known collectors and art dealers such as Charles Ratton. CHF 1 000 / 2 000 Weight in grams: 5200 Condition: Lower jaw fixed with cable after fracture. Remains of glue in the same place. Breakage at the upper edge of the mask restored. See photos. Lower jaw fixed with cable after fracture. Remains of glue in the same place. Breakage at the upper edge of the mask restored. See photos). -------------------------------- The condition (wear, eventual cracks, tear, other imperfections and the effects of aging etc. if applicable) of this lot is as visible on the multiple photos we have uploaded for your documentation. Please feel free to contact Hammer Auktionen for all questions you might have regarding this lot ([email protected]). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Hammer Auktionen is here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Hammer Auktionen within 5 days of receiving the item. -------------------------------- The condition (possible wear, signs of use, cracks, possible other impairments and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 1 000 - 2 000 CHF

编号 8 - A Senufo Mask Senufo, Côte d'Ivoire Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, cowrie snails, cord. H 44 cm. Provenance: - Imelda and Paul (1924-2014) Berger-Frei, Riehen. - Berger-Frei community of heirs, Basel. Inventory number on the inside edge: "No. 111 Senoufo" (see photos). ------------------------------------------- The Senufo are an ethnic group of around 3 million people in the border triangle of Côte d'Ivoire, Mali and Burkina-Faso. Predominantly living in villages, agriculture, previously supplemented to a greater extent by hunting, forms the economic basis of the ethnic group. The distinctive mask system of the Senufo is closely linked to various male associations, in particular the Poro association, the central social institution of Senufo society. The hierarchically structured secret society is responsible for the education and initiation of boys and men. It also plays a decisive role in all spiritual and religious aspects of life and ultimately maintains the social order within the community. The Senufo mask system is characterized by a great variety of forms and types. Due to the incomplete oral traditions and the confidentiality of the initiates, it is difficult to precisely identify atypical specimens such as this one. Further reading: Förster, Till (1988). The art of the Senufo. Zurich: Museum Rietberg. CHF 1 000 / 2 000 Weight in grams: 1239 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 1 000 - 2 000 CHF

编号 9 - A Senufo Dance Horse, "syoongoro" Dance horse, "syoongoro" Senufo, Côte d'Ivoire Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, iron. L 82.5 cm. Provenance: - Imelda and Paul (1924-2014) Berger-Frei, Riehen. - Berger-Frei community of heirs, Basel. The Senufo are an ethnic group of around 3 million people in the border triangle of Côte d'Ivoire, Mali and Burkina-Faso. Predominantly living in villages, agriculture, formerly supplemented to a greater extent by hunting, forms the economic basis of the ethnic group. They are known among art collectors for their high-quality carvings. The symbolism of the cult objects and utensils is often unclear due to the patchy oral tradition and the initiators' duty of confidentiality. Nevertheless, there are several references to this type of horse depiction in the literature. The sculptures called "syoongoro" were initially often referred to as seats or even neckrests, although they were never used as utensils. However, they are much more cult objects that are managed by the Poro secret society based on age groups. During the regular final rituals of the Poro initiation, a figure called "Syonfolo" ("Lord of the Horse") appears riding one of these wooden horses. The dancer carries the prop with the help of strings that run over his shoulders and are concealed under his robe. His dress is hung with strips of leather and fruit pods that flutter through the air during his wild, erratic dances. The "Syonfolo" appears even before the actual festivities to announce them. He is said to have a cheeky and playful demeanor: "...he jumps around - just like a horse, the young girls say -, he makes antics and jokes and chases after the girls for fun" (Förster 1988). Further reading: - Förster, Till / Homberger, Lorenz (1988). The art of the Senufo. Ivory Coast. Museum Rietberg Zurich. - Chemeche, George / Ezra, Kate / Arnoldi, Mary Jo / Pemberton III, John / de Grunne, Bernard (2011). The Horse Rider in African Art. Woodbridge: Antique Collectors Club. - Krieg, Karl Heinz & Lohse, Wulf (1981). Art and Religion among the Gbato-Senufo, Ivory Coast. Hamburg: Hamburgisches Museum für Völkerkunde. Pages 111-113. CHF 500 / 1 000 Weight in grams: 1719 Condition: Indigenous repair of the left front leg with iron staple. Damage to the left side of the head (see photos). Indigenous repair of the left front leg with iron staple. Damage to the left side of the head (see photos). -------------------------------- The condition (wear, eventual cracks, tear, other imperfections and the effects of aging etc. if applicable) of this lot is as visible on the multiple photos we have uploaded for your documentation. Please feel free to contact Hammer Auktionen for all questions you might have regarding this lot ([email protected]). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Hammer Auktionen is here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Hammer Auktionen within 5 days of receiving the item. -------------------------------- The condition (possible wear, signs of use, cracks, possible other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 500 - 1 000 CHF

编号 10 - A Dan Miniature Mask, "ma go" Dan, Côte d'Ivoire Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 8.5 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. The miniature masks called "Ma go" ("little head") are replicas of much larger, identically designed dance masks, with which spiritual contact could be made with the "mother mask" depicted. They belong to the personal possessions of initiated men and are kept in a special place in the house if they are not carried on the body or in a bag. The many names such as "passpartout", "passeport mask" or "travel mask" are due to the fact that the owner can identify himself as an initiate by showing the mask he carries with him, especially when traveling. The presentation of the insignia emphasized membership, rank and the right to be present at meetings and to have a say in deliberations. In addition, the artistically crafted hand flatterers were above all strength-giving and protective amulets that were supposed to keep away all dangers and illnesses. Further reading: Fischer, Eberhard / Himmelheber, Hans (1976). The art of Dan. Museum Rietberg: Zurich. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 38 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 200 - 400 CHF

编号 11 - A Crane and a Wè-Guéré Miniature Mask Wè-Guéré and crane, Côte d'Ivoire Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, textile, raffia, iron. H 9,5 . 14.5 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Miniature masks are replicas of much larger, identically designed dance masks. The common name "passpartout" is due to the fact that an owner could identify himself as an initiate by showing his personal mask, especially when traveling. In addition to this, the artistically crafted hand charms were also power-giving objects and amulets with which spiritual contact could be made with the mother mask. Further reading: Fischer, Eberhard / Himmelheber, Hans (1976). The art of Dan. Museum Rietberg: Zurich. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 193 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and the signs of age etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 200 - 400 CHF

编号 12 - A Dan Mask, "zakpai" Mask, "zakpai" Dan, Côte d'Ivoire Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, aluminum, textile, hair. H 24 cm. Provenance: - Center des Sciences Humaines, Abidjan. - 1969: Jean-Louis Rinsoz (1932-1971), Vevey. - Heirs of Jean-Louis Rinsoz, French-speaking Switzerland. Exhibited: Africa 69, Arts de la Côte-d'Ivoire et de l'Afrique occidentale. Vevey (1969). Since the use and meaning of the masks, in addition to the geographical differences that have always existed, have changed over time, it is sometimes difficult to make retrospective statements about their use at the time. There is much to suggest that this was a "zakpai" fire alarm mask, which, unlike most other types of mask, neither danced nor sang. During the dry season, a masked figure would check whether the women had extinguished their hearth fires in the evenings, as there was an increased risk of fire due to the winds. In the event of violations, she took punitive action and sometimes took a pledge, which the owner had to redeem later. Further reading: Fischer, Eberhard (1976). The Art of Dan. Zurich: Museum Rietberg. ----------------------------------------------------- Jean-Louis Rinsoz Jean-Louis Rinsoz was born in Vevey in 1932. After completing his schooling, he studied economics at the University of Lausanne (Faculty of Business Administration, HEC) before joining the family business "Rinsoz et Ormond SA" in Vevey, which manufactured tobacco, cigars and cigarettes. Deeply attached to his home region, he was always closely involved in Vevey's social, cultural and industrial activities. In order to diversify the sources of tobacco supply and meet the growing demands of an expanding market, Jean-Louis Rinsoz looked for new production areas. His travels took him first to Maryland (USA) and then, in the mid-1960s, to Côte d'Ivoire. This country was a revelation for him. Everything he was passionate about was there: the nature, the people and their culture! In addition to developing a significant economic partnership with the Ivorian state by setting up several tobacco production centers there, Jean-Louis Rinsoz financed the opening of a number of small schools to provide access to education for the children of this country. He was officially appointed by the Ivorian state as "Honorary Consul of Côte d'Ivoire in Switzerland, based in Vevey" and was even inaugurated as village chief in the Baoulé region. He was equally fascinated by the traditional art of these regions, in its social, aesthetic and religious dimensions. It was in this context that he met the ethnologist and art historian Bohumil Holas, who was then director of the Museum of Civilizations of Côte d'Ivoire in Abidjan. The two men became friends. The confluence of all these factors resulted in the exhibition "Arts de la Côte d'Ivoire. The Treasures of the Abidjan Museum", which was held at the Museum of Fine Arts in Vevey in 1969. Jean-Louis Rinsoz was the chairman of the committee. The moving foreword he wrote for the catalog of this event testifies to his deep attachment to this country. Jean-Louis Rinsoz had applied for Ivorian citizenship. He was never to live to see that day, as he died in a tragic accident in 1971. The African objects from Jean-Louis Rinsoz's personal collection have been in the family ever since and this "treasure from Vevey" is being offered to international collectors of traditional African art for the first time at our auction. CHF 2 000 / 4 000 Weight in grams: 440 Condition: The condition (wear, eventual cracks, tear, other imperfections and the effects of aging etc. if applicable) of this lot is as visible on the multiple photos we have uploaded for your documentation. Please feel free to contact Hammer Auktionen for all questions you might have regarding this lot ([email protected]). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Hammer Auktionen is here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Hammer Auktionen within 5 days of receiving the item. -------------------------------- The condition (possible wear, signs of use, cracks, possible other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information on the condition of the objects, which has been provided to interested parties for reasons of relevance, is for information purposes only.

估价 2 000 - 4 000 CHF

编号 13 - A Dan Mask, "zakpai" Dan, Côte d'Ivoire Mit Sockel / with base Wood. H 23,5 cm. Provenance: - Center des Sciences Humaines, Abidjan. - 1969: Jean-Louis Rinsoz (1932-1971), Vevey. - Heirs of Jean-Louis Rinsoz, French-speaking Switzerland. Exhibited: Africa 69, Arts de la Côte-d'Ivoire et de l'Afrique occidentale. Vevey (1969). Since the use and meaning of the masks, in addition to the geographical differences that have always existed, have changed over time, it is sometimes difficult to make retrospective statements about their use at the time. There is much to suggest that this was a fire alarm mask known as a "zakpai", which, unlike most other types of mask, neither danced nor sang. During the dry season, a masked figure would check whether the women had extinguished their hearth fires in the evenings, as there was an increased risk of fire due to the winds. In the event of violations, she took punitive action and sometimes took a pledge, which the owner had to redeem later. Further reading: Fischer, Eberhard (1976). The Art of Dan. Zurich: Museum Rietberg. ----------------------------------------------------- Jean-Louis Rinsoz Jean-Louis Rinsoz was born in Vevey in 1932. After completing his schooling, he studied economics at the University of Lausanne (Faculty of Business Administration, HEC) before joining the family business "Rinsoz et Ormond SA" in Vevey, which manufactured tobacco, cigars and cigarettes. Deeply attached to his home region, he was always closely involved in Vevey's social, cultural and industrial activities. In order to diversify the sources of tobacco supply and meet the growing demands of an expanding market, Jean-Louis Rinsoz looked for new production areas. His travels took him first to Maryland (USA) and then, in the mid-1960s, to Côte d'Ivoire. This country was a revelation for him. Everything he was passionate about was there: the nature, the people and their culture! In addition to developing a significant economic partnership with the Ivorian state by setting up several tobacco production centers there, Jean-Louis Rinsoz financed the opening of a number of small schools to provide access to education for the children of this country. He was officially appointed by the Ivorian state as "Honorary Consul of Côte d'Ivoire in Switzerland, based in Vevey" and was even inaugurated as village chief in the Baoulé region. He was equally fascinated by the traditional art of these regions, in its social, aesthetic and religious dimensions. It was in this context that he met the ethnologist and art historian Bohumil Holas, who was then director of the Museum of Civilizations of Côte d'Ivoire in Abidjan. The two men became friends. The confluence of all these factors resulted in the exhibition "Arts de la Côte d'Ivoire. The Treasures of the Abidjan Museum", which was held at the Museum of Fine Arts in Vevey in 1969. Jean-Louis Rinsoz was the chairman of the committee. The moving foreword he wrote for the catalog of this event testifies to his deep attachment to this country. Jean-Louis Rinsoz had applied for Ivorian citizenship. He was never to live to see that day, as he died in a tragic accident in 1971. The African objects from Jean-Louis Rinsoz's personal collection have been in the family ever since and this "treasure from Vevey" is being offered to international collectors of traditional African art for the first time at our auction. CHF 2 000 / 4 000 Weight in grams: 456 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and the signs of age etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 2 000 - 4 000 CHF

编号 14 - A Wè-Guéré Mask Face mask Wè-Guéré, Côte d'Ivoire Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, aluminum, raffia, leather, various fetish materials. H 37 cm. Provenance: - Center des Sciences Humaines, Abidjan. - 1969: Jean-Louis Rinsoz (1932-1971), Vevey. - Heirs of Jean-Louis Rinsoz, French-speaking Switzerland. Exhibited: Africa 69, Arts de la Côte-d'Ivoire et de l'Afrique occidentale. Vevey (1969). These masks were once used to prepare men for war. Later, they also appeared on various occasions: for example, they could appear at ceremonial festivities such as memorial services in honor of an important person, at court hearings or simply to entertain the village. Further reading: Verger-Fèvre, Marie-Noël: Côte d'Ivoire: Masques du pays Wé, in: Tribal. Le magazine de l'art tribal. No. 9/2005. Bruxelles: Primedia s.p.r.l. ----------------------------------------------------- Jean-Louis Rinsoz Jean-Louis Rinsoz was born in Vevey in 1932. After completing his schooling, he studied economics at the University of Lausanne (Faculty of Business Administration, HEC) before joining the family business "Rinsoz et Ormond SA" in Vevey, which manufactured tobacco, cigars and cigarettes. Deeply attached to his home region, he was always closely involved in Vevey's social, cultural and industrial activities. In order to diversify the sources of tobacco supply and meet the growing demands of an expanding market, Jean-Louis Rinsoz looked for new production areas. His travels took him first to Maryland (USA) and then, in the mid-1960s, to Côte d'Ivoire. This country was a revelation for him. Everything he was passionate about was there: the nature, the people and their culture! In addition to developing a significant economic partnership with the Ivorian state by setting up several tobacco production centers there, Jean-Louis Rinsoz financed the opening of a number of small schools to provide access to education for the children of this country. He was officially appointed by the Ivorian state as "Honorary Consul of Côte d'Ivoire in Switzerland, based in Vevey" and was even inaugurated as village chief in the Baoulé region. He was equally fascinated by the traditional art of these regions, in its social, aesthetic and religious dimensions. It was in this context that he met the ethnologist and art historian Bohumil Holas, who was then director of the Museum of Civilizations of Côte d'Ivoire in Abidjan. The two men became friends. The confluence of all these factors resulted in the exhibition "Arts de la Côte d'Ivoire. The Treasures of the Abidjan Museum", which was held at the Museum of Fine Arts in Vevey in 1969. Jean-Louis Rinsoz was the chairman of the committee. The moving foreword he wrote for the catalog of this event testifies to his deep attachment to this country. Jean-Louis Rinsoz had applied for Ivorian citizenship. He was never to live to see that day, as he died in a tragic accident in 1971. The African objects from Jean-Louis Rinsoz's personal collection have been in the family ever since and this "treasure from Vevey" is being offered to international collectors of traditional African art for the first time at our auction. CHF 400 / 800 Weight in grams: 780 Condition: The condition (wear, eventual cracks, tear, other imperfections and the effects of aging etc. if applicable) of this lot is as visible on the multiple photos we have uploaded for your documentation. Please feel free to contact Hammer Auktionen for all questions you might have regarding this lot ([email protected]). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Hammer Auktionen is here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Hammer Auktionen within 5 days of receiving the item. -------------------------------- The condition (possible wear, signs of use, cracks, possible other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog

估价 400 - 800 CHF

编号 15 - A Guro Figure, Handycraft Standing figure, handicraft Guro, Côte d'Ivoire Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 77 cm. Provenance: - Center des Sciences Humaines, Abidjan. - 1969: Jean-Louis Rinsoz (1932-1971), Vevey. - Heirs of Jean-Louis Rinsoz, French-speaking Switzerland. Exhibited: Africa 69, Arts de la Côte-d'Ivoire et de l'Afrique occidentale. Vevey (1969). "We can't live without beautiful things" - this statement by a Baule could also have come from the mouth of a Western art lover. Surrounding themselves with attractive objects was as fundamental a concern for the Baule in Côte d'Ivoire as it was for Western collectors of African art. This Baule approach to life was expressed in finely crafted ritual figures as well as in lovingly decorated everyday objects. The classification of the figures called "waka sran" (also "waka-sona") (waka = wood, sran or sona = person, statue, idol) is difficult outside of the social context and in retrospect. In general, a distinction is made between symbolic partners from the "other world" and divination figures, although the boundary between these groups was often blurred. The loving blolo-bla and blolo-bian figures are based on the idea that every Baule has a spiritual partner in the afterlife (blolo = other world), i.e. a wife (bla) or a husband (bian), and must strive to live in the best possible relationship with them. If he does not succeed in this, his partner in the other world will make life difficult for him. The more sacrificial "divination figures" are called asye-usu and are associated with all untamed things of nature. They were used in ritual acts to attract the attention of the bush spirits. These omnipresent beings always had to be appeased, also because they were considered to be extremely capricious and could occasionally take possession of the unwary. Further reading: Vogel, Susan M. (1997). Baule. Yale: University Press. ----------------------------------------------------- Jean-Louis Rinsoz Jean-Louis Rinsoz was born in Vevey in 1932. After completing his schooling, he studied economics at the University of Lausanne (Faculty of Business Administration, HEC) before joining the family business "Rinsoz et Ormond SA" in Vevey, which manufactured tobacco, cigars and cigarettes. Deeply attached to his home region, he was always closely involved in Vevey's social, cultural and industrial activities. In order to diversify the sources of tobacco supply and meet the growing demands of an expanding market, Jean-Louis Rinsoz looked for new production areas. His travels took him first to Maryland (USA) and then, in the mid-1960s, to Côte d'Ivoire. This country was a revelation for him. Everything he was passionate about was there: the nature, the people and their culture! In addition to developing a significant economic partnership with the Ivorian state by setting up several tobacco production centers there, Jean-Louis Rinsoz financed the opening of a number of small schools to provide access to education for the children of this country. He was officially appointed by the Ivorian state as "Honorary Consul of Côte d'Ivoire in Switzerland, based in Vevey" and was even inaugurated as village chief in the Baoulé region. He was equally fascinated by the traditional art of these regions, in its social, aesthetic and religious dimensions. It was in this context that he met the ethnologist and art historian Bohumil Holas, who was then director of the Museum of Civilizations of Côte d'Ivoire in Abidjan. The two men became friends. The confluence of all these factors resulted in the exhibition "Arts de la Côte d'Ivoire. The Treasures of the Abidjan Museum", which was held at the Museum of Fine Arts in Vevey in 1969. Jean-Louis Rinsoz was the chairman of the committee. The moving foreword he wrote for the catalog of this event testifies to his deep attachment to this country. Jean-Louis Rinsoz had applied for Ivorian citizenship. He was never to live to see that day, as he died in a tragic accident in 1971. The African objects from Jean-Louis Rinsoz's personal collection have been in the family ever since and this "treasure from Vevey" is being offered to international collectors of traditional African art for the first time at our auction. CHF 1 000 / 2 000 Weight in grams: 4800 Condition: Hairstyle slightly colored on the left side with white abrasion. Visible hairline cracks. See photos. Hairstyle slightly colored on the left side with white abrasion. Visible hairline cracks. See photos. -------------------------------- The condition (wear, eventual cracks, tear, other imperfections and the effects of aging etc. if applicable) of this lot is as visible on

估价 1 000 - 2 000 CHF

编号 16 - A Baule Seated Figure Seated figure Baule, Côte d'Ivoire Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 49 cm. Provenance: - Center des Sciences Humaines, Abidjan. - 1969: Jean-Louis Rinsoz (1932-1971), Vevey. - Heirs of Jean-Louis Rinsoz, French-speaking Switzerland. Exhibited: Africa 69, Arts de la Côte-d'Ivoire et de l'Afrique occidentale. Vevey (1969). "We can't live without beautiful things" - this statement by a Baule could also have come from the mouth of a Western art lover. Surrounding themselves with attractive objects was as fundamental a concern for the Baule in Côte d'Ivoire as it was for Western collectors of African art. This Baule approach to life was expressed in finely crafted ritual figures as well as in lovingly decorated everyday objects. The classification of the figures called "waka sran" (also "waka-sona") (waka = wood, sran or sona = person, statue, idol) is difficult outside of the social context and in retrospect. In general, a distinction is made between symbolic partners from the "other world" and divination figures, although the boundary between these groups was often blurred. The loving blolo-bla and blolo-bian figures are based on the idea that every Baule has a spiritual partner in the afterlife (blolo = other world), i.e. a wife (bla) or a husband (bian), and must strive to live in the best possible relationship with them. If he does not succeed in this, his partner in the other world will make life difficult for him. The more sacrificial "divination figures" are called asye-usu and are associated with all untamed things of nature. They were used in ritual acts to attract the attention of the bush spirits. These omnipresent beings always had to be appeased, also because they were considered to be extremely capricious and could occasionally take possession of the unwary. Further reading: Vogel, Susan M. (1997). Baule. Yale: University Press. ----------------------------------------------------- Jean-Louis Rinsoz Jean-Louis Rinsoz was born in Vevey in 1932. After completing his schooling, he studied economics at the University of Lausanne (Faculty of Business Administration, HEC) before joining the family business "Rinsoz et Ormond SA" in Vevey, which manufactured tobacco, cigars and cigarettes. Deeply attached to his home region, he was always closely involved in Vevey's social, cultural and industrial activities. In order to diversify the sources of tobacco supply and meet the growing demands of an expanding market, Jean-Louis Rinsoz looked for new production areas. His travels took him first to Maryland (USA) and then, in the mid-1960s, to Côte d'Ivoire. This country was a revelation for him. Everything he was passionate about was there: the nature, the people and their culture! In addition to developing a significant economic partnership with the Ivorian state by setting up several tobacco production centers there, Jean-Louis Rinsoz financed the opening of a number of small schools to provide access to education for the children of this country. He was officially appointed by the Ivorian state as "Honorary Consul of Côte d'Ivoire in Switzerland, based in Vevey" and was even inaugurated as village chief in the Baoulé region. He was equally fascinated by the traditional art of these regions, in its social, aesthetic and religious dimensions. It was in this context that he met the ethnologist and art historian Bohumil Holas, who was then director of the Museum of Civilizations of Côte d'Ivoire in Abidjan. The two men became friends. The confluence of all these factors resulted in the exhibition "Arts de la Côte d'Ivoire. The Treasures of the Abidjan Museum", which was held at the Museum of Fine Arts in Vevey in 1969. Jean-Louis Rinsoz was the chairman of the committee. The moving foreword he wrote for the catalog of this event testifies to his deep attachment to this country. Jean-Louis Rinsoz had applied for Ivorian citizenship. He was never to live to see that day, as he died in a tragic accident in 1971. The African objects from Jean-Louis Rinsoz's personal collection have been in the family ever since and this "treasure from Vevey" is being offered to international collectors of traditional African art for the first time at our auction. CHF 20 000 / 30 000 Weight in grams: 2100 Condition: The condition (wear, eventual cracks, tear, other imperfections and the effects of aging etc. if applicable) of this lot is as visible on the multiple photos we have uploaded for your documentation. Please feel free to contact Hammer Auktionen for all questions you might have regarding this lot ([email protected]). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a customer

估价 20 000 - 30 000 CHF

编号 17 - A Baule Figure, "blolo bla" Baule, Côte d'Ivoire Mit Sockel / with base Wood. H 52 cm. Provenance: - Center des Sciences Humaines, Abidjan. - 1969: Jean-Louis Rinsoz (1932-1971), Vevey. - Heirs of Jean-Louis Rinsoz, French-speaking Switzerland. Exhibited: Africa 69, Arts de la Côte-d'Ivoire et de l'Afrique occidentale. Vevey (1969). "We can't live without beautiful things" - this statement by a Baule could also have come from the mouth of a Western art lover. Surrounding themselves with attractive objects was as fundamental a concern for the Baule in Côte d'Ivoire as it was for Western collectors of African art. This Baule approach to life was expressed in finely crafted ritual figures as well as in lovingly decorated everyday objects. The loving blolo-bla and blolo-bian figures are based on the idea that every Baule has a spiritual partner in the afterlife (blolo = other world), i.e. a wife (bla) or a husband (bian), and must strive to live in the best possible relationship with them. If he does not succeed in this, his partner in the other world will make life difficult for him. The more sacrificial "divination figures" are called asye-usu and are associated with all untamed things of nature. They were used in ritual acts to attract the attention of the bush spirits. These omnipresent beings always had to be appeased, also because they were considered to be extremely capricious and could occasionally take possession of the unwary. Further reading: Vogel, Susan M. (1997). Baule. Yale: University Press. ----------------------------------------------------- Jean-Louis Rinsoz Jean-Louis Rinsoz was born in Vevey in 1932. After completing his schooling, he studied economics at the University of Lausanne (Faculty of Business Administration, HEC) before joining the family business "Rinsoz et Ormond SA" in Vevey, which manufactured tobacco, cigars and cigarettes. Deeply attached to his home region, he was always closely involved in Vevey's social, cultural and industrial activities. In order to diversify the sources of tobacco supply and meet the growing demands of an expanding market, Jean-Louis Rinsoz looked for new production areas. His travels took him first to Maryland (USA) and then, in the mid-1960s, to Côte d'Ivoire. This country was a revelation for him. Everything he was passionate about was there: the nature, the people and their culture! In addition to developing a significant economic partnership with the Ivorian state by setting up several tobacco production centers there, Jean-Louis Rinsoz financed the opening of a number of small schools to provide access to education for the children of this country. He was officially appointed by the Ivorian state as "Honorary Consul of Côte d'Ivoire in Switzerland, based in Vevey" and was even inaugurated as village chief in the Baoulé region. He was equally fascinated by the traditional art of these regions, in its social, aesthetic and religious dimensions. It was in this context that he met the ethnologist and art historian Bohumil Holas, who was then director of the Museum of Civilizations of Côte d'Ivoire in Abidjan. The two men became friends. The confluence of all these factors resulted in the exhibition "Arts de la Côte d'Ivoire. The Treasures of the Abidjan Museum", which was held at the Museum of Fine Arts in Vevey in 1969. Jean-Louis Rinsoz was the chairman of the committee. The moving foreword he wrote for the catalog of this event testifies to his deep attachment to this country. Jean-Louis Rinsoz had applied for Ivorian citizenship. He was never to live to see that day, as he died in a tragic accident in 1971. CHF 2 000 / 4 000 Weight in grams: 1900 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 2 000 - 4 000 CHF

编号 18 - A Baule figure, "blolo bla" Figure, "blolo bla" Baule, Côte d'Ivoire Mit Sockel / with base Wood, textile. H 35 cm. Provenance: - Center des Sciences Humaines, Abidjan. - 1969: Jean-Louis Rinsoz (1932-1971), Vevey. - Heirs of Jean-Louis Rinsoz, French-speaking Switzerland. Exhibited: Africa 69, Arts de la Côte-d'Ivoire et de l'Afrique occidentale. Vevey (1969). "We can't live without beautiful things" - this statement by a Baule could also have come from the mouth of a Western art lover. Surrounding themselves with attractive objects was as fundamental a concern for the Baule in Côte d'Ivoire as it was for Western collectors of African art. This Baule approach to life was expressed in finely crafted ritual figures as well as in lovingly decorated everyday objects. The classification of the figures called "waka sran" (also "waka-sona") (waka = wood, sran or sona = person, statue, idol) is difficult outside of the social context and in retrospect. In general, a distinction is made between symbolic partners from the "other world" and divination figures, although the boundary between these groups was often blurred. The loving blolo-bla and blolo-bian figures are based on the idea that every Baule has a spiritual partner in the afterlife (blolo = other world), i.e. a wife (bla) or a husband (bian), and must strive to live in the best possible relationship with them. If he does not succeed in this, his partner in the other world will make life difficult for him. The more sacrificial "divination figures" are called asye-usu and are associated with all untamed things of nature. They were used in ritual acts to attract the attention of the bush spirits. These omnipresent beings always had to be appeased, also because they were considered to be extremely capricious and could occasionally take possession of the unwary. Further reading: Vogel, Susan M. (1997). Baule. Yale: University Press. ----------------------------------------------------- Jean-Louis Rinsoz Jean-Louis Rinsoz was born in Vevey in 1932. After completing his schooling, he studied economics at the University of Lausanne (Faculty of Business Administration, HEC) before joining the family business "Rinsoz et Ormond SA" in Vevey, which manufactured tobacco, cigars and cigarettes. Deeply attached to his home region, he was always closely involved in Vevey's social, cultural and industrial activities. In order to diversify the sources of tobacco supply and meet the growing demands of an expanding market, Jean-Louis Rinsoz looked for new production areas. His travels took him first to Maryland (USA) and then, in the mid-1960s, to Côte d'Ivoire. This country was a revelation for him. Everything he was passionate about was there: the nature, the people and their culture! In addition to developing a significant economic partnership with the Ivorian state by setting up several tobacco production centers there, Jean-Louis Rinsoz financed the opening of a number of small schools to provide access to education for the children of this country. He was officially appointed by the Ivorian state as "Honorary Consul of Côte d'Ivoire in Switzerland, based in Vevey" and was even inaugurated as village chief in the Baoulé region. He was equally fascinated by the traditional art of these regions, in its social, aesthetic and religious dimensions. It was in this context that he met the ethnologist and art historian Bohumil Holas, who was then director of the Museum of Civilizations of Côte d'Ivoire in Abidjan. The two men became friends. The confluence of all these factors resulted in the exhibition "Arts de la Côte d'Ivoire. The Treasures of the Abidjan Museum", which was held at the Museum of Fine Arts in Vevey in 1969. Jean-Louis Rinsoz was the chairman of the committee. The moving foreword he wrote for the catalog of this event testifies to his deep attachment to this country. Jean-Louis Rinsoz had applied for Ivorian citizenship. He was never to live to see that day, as he died in a tragic accident in 1971. The African objects from Jean-Louis Rinsoz's personal collection have been in the family ever since and this "treasure from Vevey" is being offered to international collectors of traditional African art for the first time at our auction. CHF 2 000 / 4 000 Weight in grams: 535 Condition: The condition (wear, eventual cracks, tear, other imperfections and the effects of aging etc. if applicable) of this lot is as visible on the multiple photos we have uploaded for your documentation. Please feel free to contact Hammer Auktionen for all questions you might have regarding this lot ([email protected]). Any condition statement given, as a courtes

估价 2 000 - 4 000 CHF

编号 19 - An Akan Commemorative Head Akan, Ghana / Côte d'Ivoire Mit Sockel / with base Terracotta. H 19 cm. Provenance: - Mama Mecano, Accra. - 1984: Gallery Walu, Zurich. Published: Jean David (2003). Ghana, Akan, Komaland. Zurich: Galerie Walu, page 9. Exhibited: Galerie Walu, Zurich. "Ghana, Akan, Komaland" (2003). Thermoluminescence age determination: 250 years (+/- 25 %). The Akan peoples are a group of ethnically and culturally related peoples who live mainly in Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire. The best known are the Asante, Fante, Akuapem, Akyem, Kwahu and Baule. Idealized images made of baked clay were erected in separate groves in memory of ancestors. They were ceremonially worshipped there until no one could remember them. The terracottas, which radiate peace and serenity, were thus materialized connections between this world and the hereafter, which could serve similar purposes to monuments or gravestones elsewhere. Further reading: Cole, Herbert M. / Ross, Doran H. (1977). The Arts of Ghana. Los Angeles: University of California. CHF 1 000 / 2 000 Weight in grams: 1550 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and the signs of age etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 1 000 - 2 000 CHF

编号 20 - An Asante Figure Standing figure Asante, Ghana Mit Sockel / with base Wood, glass beads. H 29 cm. Provenance: - Imelda and Paul (1924-2014) Berger-Frei, Riehen. - Berger-Frei community of heirs, Basel. Standing female figures are frequently encountered in West Africa and their symbolism and tasks are interpreted in many different ways. Self-confidence, grace, composure, dignity, stability, balance and many other qualities are among the characteristics that should characterize a woman. In addition to this, she should stand upright on the ground with which she is rooted, creating strength. The central theme of motherhood is closely linked to nutrition, the family and the continuation of the clan or state. In this context, this sculpture was probably ritually worshipped and sacrificed in a shrine. Further reading: Cole, Herbert M. / Ross, Doran H. (1977). The Arts of Ghana. Los Angeles: University of California. CHF 300 / 600 Weight in grams: 347 Condition: The condition (wear, eventual cracks, tear, other imperfections and the effects of aging etc. if applicable) of this lot is as visible on the multiple photos we have uploaded for your documentation. Please feel free to contact Hammer Auktionen for all questions you might have regarding this lot ([email protected]). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Hammer Auktionen is here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Hammer Auktionen within 5 days of receiving the item. -------------------------------- The condition (possible wear, signs of use, cracks, possible other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 300 - 600 CHF

编号 21 - An Asante Maternity Asante, Ghana Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, glass beads. H 58.5 cm. Provenance: - 1969: Jean-Louis Rinsoz (1932-1971), Vevey. - Heirs of Jean-Louis Rinsoz, French-speaking Switzerland. Exhibited: Africa 69, Arts de la Côte-d'Ivoire et de l'Afrique occidentale. Vevey (1969). "We can't live without beautiful things" - this statement by a Baule could also have come from the mouth of a Western art lover. Surrounding themselves with attractive objects was as fundamental a concern for the Baule in Côte d'Ivoire as it was for Western collectors of African art. This Baule approach to life was expressed in finely crafted ritual figures as well as in lovingly decorated everyday objects. The loving blolo-bla and blolo-bian figures are based on the idea that every Baule has a spiritual partner in the afterlife (blolo = other world), i.e. a wife (bla) or a husband (bian), and must strive to live in the best possible relationship with them. If he does not succeed in this, his partner in the other world will make life difficult for him. The more sacrificial "divination figures" are called asye-usu and are associated with all untamed things of nature. They were used in ritual acts to attract the attention of the bush spirits. These omnipresent beings always had to be appeased, also because they were considered to be extremely capricious and could occasionally take possession of the unwary. Further reading: Vogel, Susan M. (1997). Baule. Yale: University Press. ----------------------------------------------------- Jean-Louis Rinsoz Jean-Louis Rinsoz was born in Vevey in 1932. After completing his schooling, he studied economics at the University of Lausanne (Faculty of Business Administration, HEC) before joining the family business "Rinsoz et Ormond SA" in Vevey, which manufactured tobacco, cigars and cigarettes. Deeply attached to his home region, he was always closely involved in Vevey's social, cultural and industrial activities. In order to diversify the sources of tobacco supply and meet the growing demands of an expanding market, Jean-Louis Rinsoz looked for new production areas. His travels took him first to Maryland (USA) and then, in the mid-1960s, to Côte d'Ivoire. This country was a revelation for him. Everything he was passionate about was there: the nature, the people and their culture! In addition to developing a significant economic partnership with the Ivorian state by setting up several tobacco production centers there, Jean-Louis Rinsoz financed the opening of a number of small schools to provide access to education for the children of this country. He was officially appointed by the Ivorian state as "Honorary Consul of Côte d'Ivoire in Switzerland, based in Vevey" and was even inaugurated as village chief in the Baoulé region. He was equally fascinated by the traditional art of these regions, in its social, aesthetic and religious dimensions. It was in this context that he met the ethnologist and art historian Bohumil Holas, who was then director of the Museum of Civilizations of Côte d'Ivoire in Abidjan. The two men became friends. The confluence of all these factors resulted in the exhibition "Arts de la Côte d'Ivoire. The Treasures of the Abidjan Museum", which was held at the Museum of Fine Arts in Vevey in 1969. Jean-Louis Rinsoz was the chairman of the committee. The moving foreword he wrote for the catalog of this event testifies to his deep attachment to this country. Jean-Louis Rinsoz had applied for Ivorian citizenship. He was never to live to see that day, as he died in a tragic accident in 1971. CHF 2 000 / 4 000 Weight in grams: 1025 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and the signs of age etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 2 000 - 4 000 CHF

编号 22 - An Ogoni Mask, "karikpo" Ogoni, Nigeria Mit Sockel / with base Wood. H 69 cm. Provenance: - French private collection. - 2006: Galerie Alain Bovis, Paris. - 2006: Swiss private collection, Lausanne. A certificate from the Galerie Alain Bovis will be given to the buyer. At Koller Auctions (05.12.2011, lot 255) CHF 2'500-3'500 unsold. Unsold at Sotheby's Paris (02.04.2022, lot 14) with an estimate of € 5'000-7'000. -------------------------------------------- Karikpo, the elegant, horned animal, stands for fertility, strength and grace. On the occasion of agricultural ceremonies and social events, the karikpo dance takes place at the entrance to the village and features acrobatic dances performed competitively by young people to the sound of sacred drums. There is evidence that the Ogoni have inhabited the eastern edge of the Niger Delta in Nigeria for 500 years. According to legend, the ethnic group, which today numbers around 400,000 people and calls itself Kana, originates from the Gana Empire (9th-13th century in the border region of present-day Mali and Mauritania). Today they are culturally and linguistically related to the neighboring Ibibio. Further reading: Anderson, Martha G. / Peek, Philip M. et al. (2002). Ways of Rivers. Los Angeles: Fowler Museum of Cultural History. CHF 4 000 / 6 000 Weight in grams: 1562 Condition: Both horn tips missing. -------------------------------- The condition (any wear, signs of use, cracks, any other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 4 000 - 6 000 CHF

编号 23 - An Ogoni Mask, "elu" Ogoni, Nigeria Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 19 cm. Provenance: - Imelda and Paul (1924-2014) Berger-Frei, Riehen. - Berger-Frei community of heirs, Basel. elu called dance mask. The small caricatures of this type of mask represent a wide variety of characters, with their "sky-high noses", full lips, narrow eyes and imaginative head structures. Funny, humorous and tragic-comic, they are illustrations of oral traditions in stories and songs. The Ogoni have demonstrably inhabited the eastern edge of the Niger Delta in Nigeria for 500 years. According to legend, the ethnic group, which today numbers around 400,000 people and calls itself Kana, originates from the Gana Empire (9th-13th century in the border region of present-day Mali and Mauritania). Today they are culturally and linguistically related to the neighboring Ibibio. Further reading: Anderson, Martha G. / Peek, Philip M. et al. (2002). Ways of Rivers. Los Angeles: Fowler Museum of Cultural History. CHF 300 / 600 Weight in grams: 160 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 300 - 600 CHF

编号 24 - A Yoruba Pair of Twin Figures, "ere ibeji" Yoruba, Nigeria, Ibarapa (Region), Eruwa (Village) Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, glass beads. H 23 - 25 cm. Provenance: - 1969: Jean-Louis Rinsoz (1932-1971), Vevey. - Heirs of Jean-Louis Rinsoz, French-speaking Switzerland. Twins have always been the subject of puzzles: deified or demonized, in legends and myths, even in astrology, we find the pairs as an expression of the fascination that emanates from them. This is also the case with the Yoruba people in south-western Nigeria, who have been proven to have the highest twin birth rate in the world. The Yoruba attribute special supernatural powers to twins. On the one hand, they bring luck, health and prosperity to the family and, on the other, they can ward off disaster, illness and death. For this reason, they enjoy special interest throughout their lives. For the Yoruba, twins have a common indivisible soul. If one of the twins dies, the balance of this unity is disturbed and the surviving twin is consequently endangered. To avoid this, a wooden figure, called ibeji, is consecrated in a ceremonial ritual as a symbolic substitute home for the soul of the deceased. The well-being of the second twin then depends on the care and veneration of this ibeji. At the same time, another figure is made to house the soul of the second twin. Once both twins have died, the figurines continue to be carefully guarded and kept as mementos until no one can remember the deceased. Further reading: Chemeche, George (2003). Ibeji. The Cult of Yoruba Twins. Milan: 5 Continents Editions. ----------------------------------------------------- Jean-Louis Rinsoz Jean-Louis Rinsoz was born in Vevey in 1932. After completing his schooling, he studied economics at the University of Lausanne (Faculty of Business Administration, HEC) before joining the family business "Rinsoz et Ormond SA" in Vevey, which manufactured tobacco, cigars and cigarettes. Deeply attached to his home region, he was always closely involved in Vevey's social, cultural and industrial activities. In order to diversify the sources of tobacco supply and meet the growing demands of an expanding market, Jean-Louis Rinsoz looked for new production areas. His travels took him first to Maryland (USA) and then, in the mid-1960s, to Côte d'Ivoire. This country was a revelation for him. Everything he was passionate about was there: the nature, the people and their culture! In addition to developing a significant economic partnership with the Ivorian state by setting up several tobacco production centers there, Jean-Louis Rinsoz financed the opening of a number of small schools to provide access to education for the children of this country. He was officially appointed by the Ivorian state as "Honorary Consul of Côte d'Ivoire in Switzerland, based in Vevey" and was even inaugurated as village chief in the Baoulé region. He was equally fascinated by the traditional art of these regions, in its social, aesthetic and religious dimensions. It was in this context that he met the ethnologist and art historian Bohumil Holas, who was then director of the Museum of Civilizations of Côte d'Ivoire in Abidjan. The two men became friends. The confluence of all these factors resulted in the exhibition "Arts de la Côte d'Ivoire. The Treasures of the Abidjan Museum", which was held at the Museum of Fine Arts in Vevey in 1969. Jean-Louis Rinsoz was the chairman of the committee. The moving foreword he wrote for the catalog of this event testifies to his deep attachment to this country. Jean-Louis Rinsoz had applied for Ivorian citizenship. He was never to live to see that day, as he died in a tragic accident in 1971. CHF 400 / 800 Weight in grams: 483 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and the signs of age etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 400 - 800 CHF

编号 25 - A Yoruba Staff (Dance Wand), "oshe shango" ("Osé-Sàngó") Dance staff, "oshe shango" ("Osé-Sàngó") Yoruba, Nigeria Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 46 cm. Provenance: - 1969: Jean-Louis Rinsoz (1932-1971), Vevey. - Heirs of Jean-Louis Rinsoz, French-speaking Switzerland. One of the most famous deities in the Yoruba pantheon is shango, the god of thunder and lightning. The cult of shango became so successful in almost the entire Yoruba country in large part because the god is believed to have reigned as the fourth king in Oyo. In the 17th and 18th centuries, Oyo was the center of the Oyo empire, which ruled over numerous Yoruba kingdoms. According to local myths, shango was the fourth alafin (ruler of the palace) of Oyo. Traditions describe shango as a rather irresponsible ruler with a violent temper who played with fireworks and burnt down his palace. He was eventually chased out of the city and hanged himself out of despair. However, his followers reject this version and propagate a different version of the myth: according to their belief, he ascended to heaven, where he reveals himself in thunderstorms. The shango cult became the state cult of Oyo and its priests acted as ambassadors and representatives of the alafin of Oyo in the vassal states. Beyond his cult, shango manifests himself in thunder and lightning, hurling his thunderbolts (edun ara) from the sky and setting the bush or houses on fire. Where the lightning strikes, the shango priests collect the thunderbolts and carry them in their embroidered leather shoulder bags (laba) to the god's shrine. There they keep the stones in large wooden bowls or calabashes together with dancing sticks and gourd rattles and "feed" them with offerings. The best-known emblem and symbol of the shango cult is the dancing stick oshe shango ("osé-sàngó") with the depiction of two thunderbolts in the shape of a double axe. Further reading: Eisenhofer, Stefan (1997). Cults, artists, kings in Africa. Linz: Upper Austrian Provincial Museum. ----------------------------------------------------- Jean-Louis Rinsoz Jean-Louis Rinsoz was born in Vevey in 1932. After completing his schooling, he studied economics at the University of Lausanne (Faculty of Business Administration, HEC) before joining the family business "Rinsoz et Ormond SA" in Vevey, which manufactured tobacco, cigars and cigarettes. Deeply attached to his home region, he was always closely involved in Vevey's social, cultural and industrial activities. In order to diversify the sources of tobacco supply and meet the growing demands of an expanding market, Jean-Louis Rinsoz looked for new production areas. His travels took him first to Maryland (USA) and then, in the mid-1960s, to Côte d'Ivoire. This country was a revelation for him. Everything he was passionate about was there: the nature, the people and their culture! In addition to developing a significant economic partnership with the Ivorian state by setting up several tobacco production centers there, Jean-Louis Rinsoz financed the opening of a number of small schools to provide access to education for the children of this country. He was officially appointed by the Ivorian state as "Honorary Consul of Côte d'Ivoire in Switzerland, based in Vevey" and was even inaugurated as village chief in the Baoulé region. He was equally fascinated by the traditional art of these regions, in its social, aesthetic and religious dimensions. It was in this context that he met the ethnologist and art historian Bohumil Holas, who was then director of the Museum of Civilizations of Côte d'Ivoire in Abidjan. The two men became friends. The confluence of all these factors resulted in the exhibition "Arts de la Côte d'Ivoire. The Treasures of the Abidjan Museum", which was held at the Museum of Fine Arts in Vevey in 1969. Jean-Louis Rinsoz was the chairman of the committee. The moving foreword he wrote for the catalog of this event testifies to his deep attachment to this country. Jean-Louis Rinsoz had applied for Ivorian citizenship. He was never to live to see that day, as he died in a tragic accident in 1971. The African objects from Jean-Louis Rinsoz's personal collection have been in the family ever since and this "treasure from Vevey" is being offered to international collectors of traditional African art for the first time at our auction. CHF 400 / 800 Weight in grams: 400 Condition: The end piece of the right loop of the frontal garment knot is missing (broken off). The end piece of the right loop of the frontal garment knot is missing (broken off). -------------------------------- The condition (wear, possible cracks, tear, other imperfections a

估价 400 - 800 CHF

编号 26 - Headdress, "ere egungun olode" Yoruba, Nigeria Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, textile. H 25 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Mask of the egungun covenant, which regulated relations between the ancestors and the living. The Egungun Bund ensures that the ancestors are honoured with prayers, sacrifices and the organization of festivals with mask performances. The Egungun masks used vary from place to place; the one offered here shows a hunter with his typical side braid hairstyle. The ancestors are among the most important forces influencing the human world of the Yoruba. The goal of human existence does not lie in a happy afterlife, but in a life on earth in a vital community that grows larger and stronger with each generation. The ancestors want their life force to return to the community through newborn children. They embody the only cosmic forces that have a strong interest in the prosperity and well-being of the community. They warn its living members through dreams or the oracle when the community is in danger. In the form of egungun masks, they come to the town every year to cleanse the community of criminals and witches. The oversized tuft of hair depicted on these masks is considered a symbol of the hunters. The dancers wore the masks on their heads and the costume was attached to the wooden sculpture. The dress consisted of a multitude of patchwork-like layers of fabric in different colors and patterns, which spread out impressively when the dancer turned quickly. Further reading: Homberger, Lorenz et al. (1991). Yoruba. Zurich: Museum Rietberg. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 400 / 800 Weight in grams: 1353 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 400 - 800 CHF

编号 27 - A Yoruba Mask, "gelede" Yoruba, Nigeria Mit Sockel / with base Wood. H 28 cm. Provenance: - Imelda and Paul (1924-2014) Berger-Frei, Riehen. - Berger-Frei community of heirs, Basel. Anyone affected by illness, infertility or other misfortune tries to appease the "mothers" by making sacrifices if the oracle has identified witches as the cause, while at the same time fighting the illness with herbs and seeking further protection in the form of amulets. However, society as a whole can also offend the "mothers" by tolerating misbehavior, and the community cannot protect itself with amulets. The gelede covenant offers protection against the witches, not by fighting them, but by inviting the "mothers" once a year (or as often as necessary) to a feast in their honor, where all wrongdoing in the community is exposed, condemned and ridiculed. The gelede Bund is led by women, with the men acting as dancers, singers and helpers. Although there are many different local variations of the gelede festival, the basic structure is the same everywhere. It begins in the evening with a performance by a singer called efe and continues the following afternoon with the gelede festival itself, which includes numerous masked dancers. It is mainly dedicated to fun and entertainment. Dozens of masked dancers perform short, spirited dances alongside the drummers, sometimes alternating in pairs. The gelede masks, which are always shaped like a human head, are worn in such a way that the dancer can see out from under the edge. This basic mask is usually topped by a superstructure with a wide variety of depictions, in the design and execution of which the woodcarvers outdo each other in virtuosity. The dancers' traditional costumes include numerous headscarves and women's scarves, and they also wear leg rattles around their ankles. Further reading: Lawal, Babatunde (1996). The Gelede Spectacle. Washington: University of Washington Press. CHF 400 / 800 Weight in grams: 1091 Condition: Broken vertically into two halves and joined together. Most of the crown-like structure above the forehead is missing. -------------------------------- The condition (any wear, signs of use, cracks, any other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 400 - 800 CHF

编号 28 - An Igbo Mask, "okoroshi" Igbo, Nigeria Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 27,5 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Every year during the rainy season, a celebration in honor of the water spirits (owu) took place for a whole month in various southwestern Igbo villages. During this time, two opposing dance groups performed almost daily: On the one side danced the white, female Okoroshi oma, who stood for purity and good spirits. Their aggressive male opponents were the Okoroshi ojo, who represented evil and darkness and wore a wide variety of masks, often distorted to the point of grotesqueness. Further reading: Cole, Herbert M. / Aniakor, Chike C. (1984). Igbo Arts - Community and Cosmos. Los Angeles: Museum of Cultural History. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 600 / 1 200 Weight in grams: 311 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 600 - 1 200 CHF

编号 29 - A Wurkun Headdress Wurkun, Nigeria Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 106 cm. Provenance: - 1982: Galerie Walu, Zurich. - 1983: Hans Baumann (1926-2010) and Carla Baumann, Muri. - 1986: Galerie Walu, Zurich. - 1997: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Impressive shoulder mask from the northern Benue River region. These masks are often referred to as shoulder masks, although the main part of the sculpture was worn over the dancer's head. Branches, raffia and strings were attached to the lower part of the sculpture before performances so that the actor could shoulder the mask more easily and its entire weight did not rest solely on his head. A mask dress made of textiles and raffia was placed over this device, completely concealing the dancer. He could only orientate himself through the front peephole and the side openings, which is why the masked figure was usually guided by an attendant. According to early travel reports, the figures appeared at commemorations and the masks were kept in hidden places when they were not dancing in order to preserve the mysterious aura that surrounded them. Further reading: Berns, Marla C., Fardon, Richard, Littlefield Kasfir, Sidne (2011). Central Nigeria unmasked. Los Angeles: Fowler Museum at UCLA. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 3 000 / 6 000 Weight in grams: 11500 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 3 000 - 6 000 CHF

编号 30 - An Isoko Mask Mask Isoko, Nigeria Mit Sockel / with base Wood, rattan. H 38 cm. Provenance: - Thierry Santos, Paris. - Galerie Alain & Abla Lecomte, Paris. - 2006: Private collection in French-speaking Switzerland. A certificate from the Galerie Lecomte (2006) will be given to the buyer. Unsold at Sotheby's Paris (09.04.2022, "Living Contemporary", lot 14) with an estimate of € 5'000-7'000. An identical (?) mask is described by Philip M. Peek in "For Spirits and Kings - African art from the Paul and Ruth Tishman Collection" as follows: 82. MASK FOR ERESE FESTIVAL Nigeria, Igbo-Isoko, Bendel State, Ase village Wood, raffa, cowrie sbells, brass tacks, H. 11¾ in. (29.8 cm.) 1940-60? This mask is virtually identical to one of three headdresses recorded in Ase, Bendel State, Nigeria, in 1971 (see fig. 30). The three are owned by Odiri, priest of Onye-uku-Ekukeni, the major clan deity for warfare. Fach mask is topped by a joined pair of unidentified animals further honoring the deity. Worn by masqueraders covered with feathers and colorful head scarves, such headdresses are the focus of the Erese festival celebrated each March to cleanse the town before other festivals can be held. This ceremony is properly known as Erese Okpokponso (from the Isoko kpo, "go," and Igbo nso, "forbidden," or "to move/drive away forbidden things"). The combination of Isoko and Igbo terms reflects Ase's complex history. The ancestors of Ase's founders left Benin centuries ago and gradually, over many generations, moved down the Niger River. Reaching the junction of the Niger and Ase rivers, two brothers went up the Ase and settled. The senior brother soon left to find what was to become the Isoko town of Aviara. For years Ase remained "junior" to Aviara, but later became affiliated with the powerful Ndosimili Igbo town of Abo. Ase now considers itself completely Igbo. A further reflection of the difficulty in tracing the origins of Niger delta and riverain communities is that Ekukeni quarter, where the creators of the Erese festival live, was settled by migrants from Erohwa, an ancient clan now linked to the Isoko but predating even the Ijo in the western Niger delta. Further reading: Vogel, Susan / Translations and additional research by Kate EZRA (1981). For Spirits and Kings. African art from the Paul and Ruth Tishman Collection. New York: The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Page 143 CHF 2 000 / 4 000 Weight in grams: 1884 Condition: The condition (wear, eventual cracks, tear, other imperfections and the effects of aging etc. if applicable) of this lot is as visible on the multiple photos we have uploaded for your documentation. Please feel free to contact Hammer Auktionen for all questions you might have regarding this lot ([email protected]). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Hammer Auktionen is here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Hammer Auktionen within 5 days of receiving the item. -------------------------------- The condition (possible wear, signs of use, cracks, possible other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 2 000 - 4 000 CHF

编号 31 - An Yoruba-Ijebu headdress, "igodo" Yoruba-Ijebu, Nigeria Mit Sockel / with base Wood. H 59 cm. Provenance: - Collection privée française - Galerie Alain Bovis, Paris. - Private collection in French-speaking Switzerland. A certificate from the Galerie Alain Bovis will be given to the buyer. Unsold at Sotheby's Paris (09.04.2022, "Living Contemporary", lot 84) with an estimate of € 2'000-3'000. -------------------------------------------- The Ijebu, whose origins can be traced back to the 15th century, are a subgroup of the Yoruba people. Their capital, Ijebu-Ode, is located in the riverine landscape of the fertile coastal region of Ogun State. The numerous waterways and the central location on the trade route between Lagos and Ibadan enabled the empire to establish a profitable trading monopoly in the 18th and 19th centuries. In the rainy season, the network of fish-rich shallow tributaries swells into a veritable labyrinth of streams and waterways connected to the lagoon coast. During high water, the Ijebu celebrate a festival lasting several days in honor of the spiritual powers of the water spirits. The forces that influence well-being and the blessing of children are worshipped in the cult known as "agbo-ekine", which presumably originates from the Ijo people further east. This cultural influence can also be seen in the design of the water spirit masks danced during the festivities, for example the hybrid creature ("igodo") with a beard-like surface on which a bird (missing here) is pecking a snake, or the antelope ("agira") and the crocodile ("oni"). During the festivities, the masks appear just above the surface of the water, as if they were floating above it by themselves. Hidden as deeply as possible in the water, the dancers wear the masks horizontally on their heads and take great care not to be discovered. Further reading: Wittmer, Marcilene K. / Arnett, William (1978). Three Rivers of Nigeria. Atlanta: The High Museum of Art. CHF 1 500 / 3 000 Weight in grams: 2484 Condition: Tip of the left ear missing. Visible damage (see photos). -------------------------------- The condition (any wear, signs of use, cracks, any other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 1 500 - 3 000 CHF

编号 32 - A Konso Memorial Figure, "waaga" Konso, Ethiopia Mit Sockel / with base Wood. H 165 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. The Konso are a people living in south-western Ethiopia (approx. 350,000 people in 2012), whose social cohesion is characterized by an all-pervasive age and generational group system ("gada"), whereby special importance is attached to the cult of ancestors and phalluses. It was a widespread custom for important dignitaries to make or have made such a waaga (also known as waga) portrait statue of themselves during their lifetime. The memorial steles were later erected at their gravesite so that the sitter could continue to be revered as a hero, with the natural weathering giving the sculptures a very special expressiveness. In the same way, the Konso also immortalized the enemies or animals killed by the deceased, and depending on the financial means of the bereaved, a whole scenery of wooden sculptures was created to document the rank and achievements of the deceased. Further reading: Kerchache, Jacques (1988). The art of black Africa. Freiburg im Breisgau: Herder Verlag. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 1 000 / 2 000 Weight in grams: 18300 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 1 000 - 2 000 CHF

编号 33 - A Fang Mask Fang, Gabon Mit Sockel / with base Wood. H 32 cm. Provenance: - According to the owner: René Rickli (1909-2013), Olten. - 2009: Gallery Tribal Art Classics, Adrian Schlag, Brussels. - 2011: Galerie Alain Naoum, Brussels. - Private collection in French-speaking Switzerland. Published: Schädler, Karl-Ferdinand (1989). Africa. Mask and sculpture. Olten: Walter-Verlag. Figure 35. Exhibited: - Historisches Museum Olten. "Africa. Mask and Sculpture" (1989). - BRUNEAF. Brussels Non European Art Fair XIX (2009). - Paris: Parcours des Mondes 2009. - BRUNEAF. Nocturnes d'hiver VIII (2009). Described by Neumeister (Munich, 2011, lot 1068) as follows: "FANG, GABUN. Wooden mask. Heart-shaped face. Narrow, slightly open mouth, incised eyebrows above the narrow eye slits. Raised forehead with a flat end. Numerous holes for attaching headdresses. Remnants of kaolin around the eyes. Dark brown patina with clear signs of wear. Age-related chips around the edge of the chin. Min. dam. EUR 10'000 - 15'000". CHF 400 / 800 Weight in grams: 2155 Condition: Fracture at the lower edge of the mask and surface patinated in places. -------------------------------- The condition (possible wear, signs of use, cracks, possible other impairments and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 400 - 800 CHF

编号 34 - A Punu-Lumbo Mask, "okuyi" Mask, "okuyi" Punu-Lumbo, Gabon Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 26 cm. Provenance: - Pierre Bergé & Associés, Paris. 28.04.2006, lot 151. - Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Described by Pierre Bergé (London, 28.04.2006, lot 151) as follows: "Masque féminin en forme de coeur à coiffure tressée. Polychromie blanche, rouge et noire. Ancienne patine d'usage (accidents). Peuple Lumbo (Gabon), début du XXe siècle." -------------------------------------------- In the Ngounié valley of south-western Gabon, the okuyi dance society plays a central role in the social life of the communities. The classic white masks embody a spirit and mainly appear at funerals, usually in the early hours of the morning or at dusk. Wrapped in cotton or raffia fabrics and animal skins, the mask dancer balanced on stilts up to two meters high and occasionally wielded a whip to scare the audience. The white color stood for everything otherworldly and thus for the cycle of life and the world of the ancestors. The idealized face with its calm, clear forms, gentle curves and raised eyebrows above the narrow eye slits is painted with kaolin clay, except for the black hairstyle. Further reading: Falgayrettes-Leveau, Christiane (2006). Gabon. Présence des Esprits. Paris: Éditions Dapper. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 400 / 800 Weight in grams: 435 Condition: The condition (wear, eventual cracks, tear, other imperfections and the effects of aging etc. if applicable) of this lot is as visible on the multiple photos we have uploaded for your documentation. Please feel free to contact Hammer Auktionen for all questions you might have regarding this lot ([email protected]). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Hammer Auktionen is here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Hammer Auktionen within 5 days of receiving the item. -------------------------------- The condition (possible wear, signs of use, cracks, possible other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 400 - 800 CHF

编号 35 - 2 Yaka Miniature Figures, "khosi" Yaka, DR Congo Mit Sockel / with base Wood, textile, cord, fetish material. H 19 and 20 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Personal protective figures that could develop their power through rituals and the application of magical substances. These materialized interfaces between this-worldly and supernatural forces were used to promote the good and ward off the negative. Their ability to fulfill certain missions was enhanced by the organic substances that were bound around the figures. Further reading: Bourgeois, Arthur P. (1984). Art of the Yaka and Suku. Meudon: Alain et Françoise Chaffin. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 647 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 200 - 400 CHF

编号 36 - A Pende Mask, "kiwoyo-muyombo" Pende, DR Congo Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, raffia. H 46,5 cm. Provenance: - Imelda and Paul (1924-2014) Berger-Frei, Riehen. - Berger-Frei community of heirs, Basel. The masks from the rich repertoire of the Pende tradition were traditionally mediators between the forces of this world and the hereafter, e.g. during the initiation of boys as manifestations of the ancestral spirits. Today, they tend to appear at general festivals to entertain those present with small scenes and thus promote social cohesion in society. The mask called giwoyo (also kiwoyo) is worn by the dancers at a 45-degree angle on the forehead. It probably depicts an old man whose chin ends in a beard that symbolizes the authority and wisdom of the ancestors. The figure bridges the gap between the visible and the invisible, the sacred and the profane, the living and the dead, the traditional and the modern. It appeared during healing rituals and protected against illness or harmful spells. Leon de Sousberghe (op. cit.) suspects the origin of the giwoyo mask in connection with the first encounters with bearded European missionaries at the beginning of the 18th century. Further reading: de Sousberghe, Leon (1958). L`art Pende. Gembloux: Éditions J. Duculot. CHF 1 000 / 2 000 Weight in grams: 637 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and the signs of age etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 1 000 - 2 000 CHF

编号 37 - A Mbole Figure, "botondo wa lilwa" Mbole, DR Congo Mit Sockel / with base Wood. H 34,5 cm. Provenance: - Imelda and Paul (1924-2014) Berger-Frei, Riehen. - Berger-Frei community of heirs, Basel. Figures called "botondo wa lilwa" depict a hanged man and are the property of the Lilwa secret society, which was responsible for administering justice and regulating the cultural life of the society. The sculptures are presented to the candidates during initiation as a warning of the consequences of breaking the social rules. Further reading: Biebuyck, Daniel (1976). Sculpture from the Eastern Zaire Forest regions: Mbole, Yela and Pere.African Arts Magazine, Vol. 10, No. 1. pages 54-61 and 99-100. CHF 2 000 / 4 000 Weight in grams: 904 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

估价 2 000 - 4 000 CHF

编号 38 - A Luba Seat, "kipona" Luba, DR Congo Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 35 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Caryatid seats symbolized the eternal power of kings. The women depicted played a mediating role between the forces of this world and the hereafter as well as between the power of the king, the ancestors and the spirit world. The possession of such prestigious objects was primarily reserved for high-ranking dignitaries. -------------------------------------------- The combination of the useful and the beautiful is particularly evident in the artistically designed seating. The shapes of the African seats are just as varied as their use. Simple seats hewn from a block of wood are juxtaposed with complex composite chairs and royal thrones. Elementary forms of the purest functionality are juxtaposed with richly ornamented works adorned with figurative carvings. From the market woman to the ruler, they are used for comfortable or functional sitting and can also be symbols of wealth, dignity and power, taking a firm place in ceremonies and ritual acts. The seats, which are generally personally owned, may be kept as memorabilia by surviving relatives until no one can remember the former owners. Further reading: Bocola, Sandro (1994). African seats. Munich, Prestel Verlag. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 1 000 / 2 000 Weight in grams: 2073 Condition: Part of the base glued back on the left after breakage. Belly button missing (break has been repatinated). -------------------------------- The condition (possible wear, signs of use, cracks, possible other impairments and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 1 000 - 2 000 CHF

Los 39 - A Luba Seat, "kipona" Luba, DR Congo Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, glass beads. H 54 cm. Provenance: - Imelda and Paul (1924-2014) Berger-Frei, Riehen. - Berger-Frei community of heirs, Basel. Caryatid seats symbolized the eternal power of kings. The figures depicted played a mediating role between the forces of this world and the hereafter, as well as between the power of the king, the ancestors and the spirit world. The possession of such prestigious objects was primarily reserved for high-ranking dignitaries, and the function of the caryatid seats was less functional than symbolic. Particularly valuable specimens were ritually worshipped in shrines in honor of their former owners. -------------------------------------------- The combination of the useful and the beautiful is particularly evident in the artistically designed seating. The shapes of the African seats are just as varied as their use. Simple seats hewn from a block of wood are juxtaposed with complex composite chairs and royal thrones. Elementary forms of the purest functionality are juxtaposed with richly ornamented works adorned with figurative carvings. From the market woman to the ruler, they are used for comfortable or functional sitting and can also be symbols of wealth, dignity and power, taking a firm place in ceremonies and ritual acts. The seats, which are generally personally owned, may be kept as memorabilia by surviving relatives until no one can remember the former owners. Further reading: Bocola, Sandro (1994). African seats. Munich, Prestel Verlag. CHF 1 000 / 2 000 Weight in grams: 7100 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 1 000 - 2 000 CHF

Los 40 - A Lega Miniature Mask, "kayamba" Miniature mask, "kayamba" Lega, DR Congo Mit Sockel / with base Wood. H 19 cm. Provenance: - Oba African Art Gallery, Edith Mbella, Barcelona. - 2005: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. A certificate from the Oba Gallery (2005) will be given to the buyer. The masks of the Lega, reduced to the essentials, come mainly from the environment of the bwame society. The small masks were not worn in front of the face, but held in the hand, for example, attached to huts or collectively displayed on a miniature palisade. Further reading: Biebuyck, Daniel P. (2002). Lega. Ethics and Beauty in the Heart of Africa. Brussels: KBC Banking & Insurance. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 300 / 600 Weight in grams: 551 Condition: The condition (wear, eventual cracks, tear, other imperfections and the effects of aging etc. if applicable) of this lot is as visible on the multiple photos we have uploaded for your documentation. Please feel free to contact Hammer Auktionen for all questions you might have regarding this lot ([email protected]). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Hammer Auktionen is here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Hammer Auktionen within 5 days of receiving the item. -------------------------------- The condition (possible wear, signs of use, cracks, possible other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 300 - 600 CHF

Los 41 - An Asmat figurative pigment double bowl Asmat, Indonesia, Melanesia, New Guinea, South Papua Province Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 77 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 399 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and the signs of age etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 200 - 400 CHF

Los 42 - An Asmat figurative pigment bowl, "jifoi" Asmat, Indonesia, Melanesia, New Guinea, South Papua Province Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. L 69.5 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Inventory number on the back: "1542" (see photos). -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 400 / 800 Weight in grams: 539 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and the signs of age etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 400 - 800 CHF

Los 43 - An Asmat Ancestor Figure, "kawe" Asmat, Indonesia, Melanesia, New Guinea, South Papua Province Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 102 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 400 / 800 Weight in grams: 2131 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 400 - 800 CHF

Los 44 - A Papua New Guinean Calabash Melanesia, Papua New Guinea Ohne Sockel / without base Coconut. H 13 cm. Ø 17 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 100 / 200 Weight in grams: 175 Condition: Small chip at upper edge. -------------------------------- The condition (possible wear, signs of use, cracks, possible other impairments and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 100 - 200 CHF

Los 45 - An Abelam Head Abelam, Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, East Sepik Province Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 46 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Handwritten note by Gérald Minkoff on adhesive label: "Nouvelle Guinée / Diakonoff / 1985 / 300". -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 419 Condition: Vertically broken into two halves and joined together. -------------------------------- The condition (any wear, signs of use, cracks, any other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 200 - 400 CHF

Los 46 - An Abelam Ceremonial Stick Abelam, Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, East Sepik Province Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 58 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 100 / 200 Weight in grams: 355 Condition: Vertical split, front right side (see photos). -------------------------------- The condition (any wear, signs of use, cracks, any other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 100 - 200 CHF

Los 47 - An Abelam or Iatmul Dagger, "amia ava" Abelam or Iatmul, Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, East Sepik Province Ohne Sockel / without base Bone. H 36 cm. Provenance: - Swiss private collection. Acquired in 1969 in South Africa (Wosera). - Koller Auctions, Zurich, 06.12.2004, lot 9574. - Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 149 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 200 - 400 CHF

Los 48 - An East Sepik Sago Pounder Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, East Sepik Province Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 51.5 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Handwritten note on the object (illegible in places): "Ambunti. Sepik - W. ...????... 1952". -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 100 / 200 Weight in grams: 764 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and the signs of age etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 100 - 200 CHF

Los 49 - 2 Papua New Guinea Hourglass Drums, "kundu" Melanesia, Papua New Guinea Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, cord. H 53,5 - 58 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 3461 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and the signs of age etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 200 - 400 CHF

Los 50 - 2 Iatmul Spearthrowers Iatmul, Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, East Sepik Province Ohne Sockel / without base Bamboo, wood. L 81 - 90,5 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Inventory number on the largest spear thrower: "PK 328 (?)" (see photos). -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 366 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 200 - 400 CHF

Los 51 - 2 Iatmul Spearthrowers Iatmul, Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, East Sepik Province Ohne Sockel / without base Bamboo, wood. L 78 - 83 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 367 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 200 - 400 CHF

Los 52 - An Iatmul Anthropomorphic Suspension Hook, "samban" Iatmul, Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, East Sepik Province Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, cowrie snails. H 94 cm. Provenance: - Marcel Roux (1909-1993), Paris. - Heirs of Marcel Roux, French-speaking Switzerland. -------------------------------------------- Marcel Roux (1909 - 1993) Marcel Roux is known for his significant contributions to early 20th century architecture in France, particularly in the field of social housing and the modernization of urban structures. Roux studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris and later worked closely with renowned architects such as Le Corbusier. He was strongly influenced by modernism and the principles of functionalism, which is reflected in his clear, rational designs. His work encompassed both public and private projects, placing great emphasis on improving the quality of life through architectural solutions. His interest in form and design and the associated passion for art in general led to a remarkable collection of African figures and masks as well as numerous friendships with well-known collectors and art dealers such as Charles Ratton. CHF 12 000 / 16 000 Weight in grams: 2855 Condition: Left hook restored in the center after breakage (see photos). -------------------------------- The condition (any wear, signs of use, cracks, any other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 12 000 - 16 000 CHF

Los 53 - An Iatmul Anthropomorphic Suspension Hook, "samban" Iatmul, Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, East Sepik Province Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 59.5 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. In the Sepik region, valuables, utensils and food were stored in bags and baskets that were hung from hooks on the roof beams of the men's houses. Further reading: Kelm, Heinz (1966). Art of Sepik. Berlin: Museum of Ethnology. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 100 / 200 Weight in grams: 833 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 100 - 200 CHF

Los 54 - A East Sepik Province Gable Mask, "kompuonkarawan" Gable mask, "kompuonkarawan" Kaningara (?), Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, East Sepik Province Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, shell. H 99 cm. Provenance: - Galerie H. Kamer (Paris/Cannes), Henri Kamer (1927-1992). - 1960: Marcel Roux (1909-1993), Paris. - Heirs of Marcel Roux, French-speaking Switzerland. On April 2, 1960 from Henri Kamer on the invoice for the amount of "deux mille cinq cent Nouveaux Francs" to "Monsieur Roux" as "Bouclier sculpté et peint représentant un masque d'Ancêtre. Tribus Kanigara. Région du fleuve Sépik NOUVELLE GUINEE AUSTRALIENNE". -------------------------------------------- Marcel Roux (1909 - 1993) Marcel Roux is known for his significant contributions to early 20th century architecture in France, particularly in the field of social housing and the modernization of urban structures. Roux studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris and later worked closely with renowned architects such as Le Corbusier. He was strongly influenced by modernism and the principles of functionalism, which is reflected in his clear, rational designs. His work encompassed both public and private projects, placing great emphasis on improving the quality of life through architectural solutions. His interest in form and design and the associated passion for art in general led to a remarkable collection of African figures and masks as well as numerous friendships with well-known collectors and art dealers such as Charles Ratton. CHF 4 000 / 6 000 Weight in grams: 7400 Condition: The condition (wear, eventual cracks, tear, other imperfections and the effects of aging etc. if applicable) of this lot is as visible on the multiple photos we have uploaded for your documentation. Please feel free to contact Hammer Auktionen for all questions you might have regarding this lot ([email protected]). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Hammer Auktionen is here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Hammer Auktionen within 5 days of receiving the item. -------------------------------- The condition (possible wear, signs of use, cracks, possible other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 4 000 - 6 000 CHF

Los 55 - A Murik Ceremonial Bowl Murik, Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, East Sepik Province Mit Sockel / with base Wood. H 98 cm. Provenance: - Galerie Témoin, Charles-Edouard Duflon (1967-2021) Geneva. - HDV Piguet, Geneva, 18.06.2022, lot 3137. - Private collection from French-speaking Switzerland. CHF 300 / 600 Weight in grams: 2800 Condition: Visibly broken several times at one of the figural ends and restored. Bowl rim added to one side in the middle after breakage. -------------------------------- The condition (possible wear, signs of use, cracks, possible other impairments and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 300 - 600 CHF

Los 56 - A Currency Mat, a Lime Container and a Pectoral Ornament Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, Aitape-Lumi District Ohne Sockel / without base Shells, bone, bamboo. H 10 - 60 cm. Provenance: Private collection from western Switzerland. CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 608 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 200 - 400 CHF

Los 57 - A Kambot Bark Painting Kambot, Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, East Sepik Province, Keram River Ohne Sockel / without base Tree bark, bamboo. H 81 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 1000 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 200 - 400 CHF

Los 58 - A Kambot Bark Painting Kambot, Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, East Sepik Province, Keram River Ohne Sockel / without base Tree bark, bamboo. W 63 cm. L 67 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 700 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 200 - 400 CHF

Los 59 - A Iatmul Bridal Headgear, "ambusap" Iatmul, Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, East Sepik Province Ohne Sockel / without base Natural fibers, cowrie snails. H 77 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 838 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 200 - 400 CHF

Los 60 - A Iatmul Mask, "mei/mvai/mwei/mwai/mwaï" Iatmul, Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, East Sepik Province Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, cowrie snails, hair, tooth. H 81 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 2201 Condition: Various restored breakages and missing parts (see photos). -------------------------------- The condition (any wear, signs of use, cracks, any other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 200 - 400 CHF

Los 61 - An Iatmul Ceremonial Spear Thrower, "mino" Iatmul, Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, East Sepik Province Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 99.5 cm. Provenance: - Alfons J. Keller (1924-2003), St. Gallen. - Koller Auctions, Zurich, 10.12.2005, lot 9501. - Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 300 / 600 Weight in grams: 238 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and the signs of age etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 300 - 600 CHF

Los 62 - An Iatmul Anthropomorphic Suspension Hook, "samban" Iatmul, Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, East Sepik Province Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 75,5 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 100 / 200 Weight in grams: 613 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 100 - 200 CHF

Los 63 - A Iatmul Slit Gong Beater Iatmul, Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, East Sepik Province Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 86.5 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 600 / 1 200 Weight in grams: 655 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 600 - 1 200 CHF

Los 64 - 2 Eleman charms, "marupai" Elema, Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, Gulf Province Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, cord. H 5 cm. Provenance: - According to the object label: Edwin Bentley Savage (1853/1854-1921), Hampshire. - Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Right amulet inscribed with the number "61221." Label inscription on the left amulet: "Charm against sickness. P: 1039. New Guinea. Savage Coll: P: 1039." Further reading: Bourgoin, Philippe (1995). "Marupai. Magic Amulets of the Papuan Gulf" in: Tribal Arts, Le Monde de l'Art Tribal, # 5, Spring 1995. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 1 500 / 3 000 Weight in grams: 148 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and the signs of age etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 1 500 - 3 000 CHF

Los 65 - An Elema Spirit Board, "gope" Elema, Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, Gulf Province Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 62 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 1 000 / 2 000 Weight in grams: 360 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 1 000 - 2 000 CHF

Los 66 - A Mount Hagen Ceremonial Axe, "kenduaubu" Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, Western Highlands Province, Mount Hagen (town) Ohne Sockel / without base Stone, wood, plant fiber. H 68 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 1120 Condition: Stone blade fixed with double adhesive tape. -------------------------------- The condition (any wear, signs of use, cracks, any other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 200 - 400 CHF

Los 67 - 2 Tolai Clubs Tolai, Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, Bismarck Archipelago, New Britain, East New Britain Province Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 114 - 146 cm. Provenance: - According to the owner: Galerie Témoin, Charles-Edouard Duflon (1967-2021) Geneva. - Private collection in western Switzerland CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 2600 Condition: Visibly damaged at the edge (see photos). -------------------------------- The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 200 - 400 CHF

Los 68 - An Oro Province Barkcloth Panel, "tapa" Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, Oro Province, Collingwood Bay Ohne Sockel / without base Barkcloth. W 74 cm. L 121 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Tapa from Papua New Guinea are traditional fabrics made from the bark of trees, mainly the paper mulberry tree. The production of these fabrics requires great craftsmanship and begins with the harvesting of the inner bark. This is then soaked, beaten and stretched to create a thin but sturdy canvas. The tapa are often decorated with traditional patterns and designs that tell stories or depict elements of nature, ancestral spirits or important events. The colors are obtained from natural dyes. In Papua New Guinea, tapa have many uses and meanings. They are worn as clothing in traditional ceremonies, used as offerings or given as gifts at weddings and other important occasions. Tapa often symbolize social status and wealth. Despite the influence of modernity, the tradition of tapa continues to be preserved and passed on to younger generations by craftsmen. Tapa are not only masterpieces of craftsmanship, but also important cultural symbols that reflect the rich history and identity of the Papuan people. Further reading: Anati, Emmanuel (2005). L'art du tapa : Etoffe pour les Dieux, Etoffe pour les Hommes. Paris : L'insolite. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 255 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 200 - 400 CHF

Los 69 - An Oro Province Barkcloth Panel, "tapa" Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, Oro Province, Collingwood Bay Ohne Sockel / without base Barkcloth. W 64 cm. L 113 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Tapa from Papua New Guinea are traditional fabrics made from the bark of trees, mainly the paper mulberry tree. The production of these fabrics requires great craftsmanship and begins with the harvesting of the inner bark. This is then soaked, beaten and stretched to create a thin but sturdy canvas. The tapa are often decorated with traditional patterns and designs that tell stories or depict elements of nature, ancestral spirits or important events. The colors are obtained from natural dyes. In Papua New Guinea, tapa have many uses and meanings. They are worn as clothing in traditional ceremonies, used as offerings or given as gifts at weddings and other important occasions. Tapa often symbolize social status and wealth. Despite the influence of modernity, the tradition of tapa continues to be preserved and passed on to younger generations by craftsmen. Tapa are not only masterpieces of craftsmanship, but also important cultural symbols that reflect the rich history and identity of the Papuan people. Further reading: Anati, Emmanuel (2005). L'art du tapa : Etoffe pour les Dieux, Etoffe pour les Hommes. Paris : L'insolite. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 205 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and the signs of age etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Schätzw. 200 - 400 CHF

Lot 70 - An Oro Province Barkcloth Panel, "tapa" Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, Oro Province, Collingwood Bay Ohne Sockel / without base Barkcloth. W 71 cm. L 114 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Tapa from Papua New Guinea are traditional fabrics made from the bark of trees, mainly the paper mulberry tree. The production of these fabrics requires great craftsmanship and begins with the harvesting of the inner bark. This is then soaked, beaten and stretched to create a thin but sturdy canvas. The tapa are often decorated with traditional patterns and designs that tell stories or depict elements of nature, ancestral spirits or important events. The colors are obtained from natural dyes. In Papua New Guinea, tapa have many uses and meanings. They are worn as clothing in traditional ceremonies, used as offerings or given as gifts at weddings and other important occasions. Tapa often symbolize social status and wealth. Despite the influence of modernity, the tradition of tapa continues to be preserved and passed on to younger generations by craftsmen. Tapa are not only masterpieces of craftsmanship, but also important cultural symbols that reflect the rich history and identity of the Papuan people. Further reading: Anati, Emmanuel (2005). L'art du tapa : Etoffe pour les Dieux, Etoffe pour les Hommes. Paris : L'insolite. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 241 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Estim. 200 - 400 CHF

Lot 71 - A Tongan Barkcloth or Tapa Cloth, "ngatu" Kingdom of Tonga, Polynesia, Tonga Ohne Sockel / without base Barkcloth. W 173 cm. L 191 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Tapa from Papua New Guinea are traditional fabrics made from the bark of trees, mainly the paper mulberry tree. The production of these fabrics requires great craftsmanship and begins with the harvesting of the inner bark. This is then soaked, beaten and stretched to create a thin but sturdy canvas. The tapa are often decorated with traditional patterns and designs that tell stories or depict elements of nature, ancestral spirits or important events. The colors are obtained from natural dyes. In Papua New Guinea, tapa have many uses and meanings. They are worn as clothing in traditional ceremonies, used as offerings or given as gifts at weddings and other important occasions. Tapa often symbolize social status and wealth. Despite the influence of modernity, the tradition of tapa continues to be preserved and passed on to younger generations by craftsmen. Tapa are not only masterpieces of craftsmanship, but also important cultural symbols that reflect the rich history and identity of the Papuan people. Further reading: Anati, Emmanuel (2005). L'art du tapa : Etoffe pour les Dieux, Etoffe pour les Hommes. Paris : L'insolite. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 300 / 600 Weight in grams: 1214 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Estim. 300 - 600 CHF

Lot 72 - A Kanak Tapa Textile Beater Kanak, Melanesia, New Caledonia Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 26 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 400 / 800 Weight in grams: 799 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Estim. 400 - 800 CHF

Lot 73 - A Māori articulate figure, "karetao" Maori, Polynesia, New Zealand Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, cord, snail shell. H 37.5 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 400 / 800 Weight in grams: 465 Condition: Base broken out at the back between the heels and reattached. Glue residue on the base. See photos. The condition (any wear, signs of use, cracks, any other damage and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Estim. 400 - 800 CHF

Lot 74 - A Māori Staff, "taiaha" Maori, Polynesia, New Zealand Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 157 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 1 000 / 2 000 Weight in grams: 802 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and the signs of age etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Estim. 1 000 - 2 000 CHF

Lot 75 - A Kiribati Shark Teeth Sword, "rere" Micronesia, Kiribati Ohne Sockel / without base Wood, teeth. H 55 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 800 / 1 200 Weight in grams: 230 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Estim. 800 - 1 200 CHF

Lot 76 - A Cook Islands Ceremonial Adze, "toki" Polynesia, Cook Islands, Mangaia Island Mit Sockel / with base Wood, stone, coconut fiber. H 60.5 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 1 000 / 2 000 Weight in grams: 1061 Condition: The condition (any wear, signs of use, tears, any other deterioration and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Estim. 1 000 - 2 000 CHF

Lot 77 - A Lardil Ceremonial Headdress Lardil, Australia, Mornington Island Ohne Sockel / without base Tree bark, hair, feathers. H 34 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 300 / 600 Weight in grams: 502 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and the signs of age etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Estim. 300 - 600 CHF

Lot 78 - An Aboriginal Bark Painting Aboriginal Australians, Australia Ohne Sockel / without base Tree bark. H 111 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 300 / 600 Weight in grams: 1600 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Estim. 300 - 600 CHF

Lot 79 - 3 Aboriginal Spear Throwers, "woomera" Aboriginal Australians, Australia Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 64.5 - 86 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 200 / 400 Weight in grams: 703 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Estim. 200 - 400 CHF

Lot 80 - An Aboriginal Boomerang Aboriginal Australians, Australia Ohne Sockel / without base Wood. H 57.5 cm. Provenance: Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) and Muriel Olesen (1948-2020), Geneva. Inscribed "August 1951" (see photos). -------------------------------------------- Gérald Minkoff and Muriel Olesen Muriel Minkoff-Olesen (1948- 2020) completed her training at the School of Design in Geneva. Gérald Minkoff (1937-2009) was a trained anthropologist and biologist. Both achieved fame as artists, and from their meeting in 1967, the emblematic couple of contemporary art became inseparable. The travel-loving Olesen-Minkoff duo explored life like curious nomads, roaming the globe from Africa to Asia, Oceania, America and Patagonia. As artists and experienced collectors of contemporary art, they understandably had a keen sensitivity to the aesthetics and concepts of non-European art. The couple's Geneva apartment, perhaps their most beautiful joint work, thus became a place where the works of close friends such as Daniel Spoerri, Arman and Man Ray, as well as their own photographs, lived together with almost a thousand objects from Africa, Oceania, Asia and South America. CHF 100 / 200 Weight in grams: 198 Condition: The condition (possible wear, signs of use, tears, possible other impairments and the signs of age, etc.) of this lot can be seen in the photos we have uploaded for your documentation. If you have any questions about this item, please do not hesitate to contact Hammer Auctions ([email protected]). The information regarding the condition of the items provided for the convenience of interested parties is an opinion only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Hammer Auctions accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In the rare event that the item does not match the description in the catalog, Hammer Auctions is here to help. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 5 days of receiving the lot.

Estim. 100 - 200 CHF

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