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Shield - Wood - Songye - DR Congo

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Item Details

Description

Colorful wooden sun shield from the Songye tribe of DR Congo. This traditional Songye shield was not only used as a defensive weapon, but also used as decorative and ritual mask and has a lot of symbolic meaning. The shield is carved from wood and has a fine relief with polychrome hues.

The Songye face is recognizable by their decorative patterns and repetition of forms.
Good condition with visible signs of wear and tear.

"Object

Shield

Ethnic group:

Songye

Country:

DR Congo

Material:

Wood

Estimated period:

Second half 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

37x33x10 cm

Weight:

1700 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear"

Reserve: $75.00

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