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Authentic Songye figure. Stylistic wooden ancestor figure of the SONGYE tribe from D.R. Congo
It served to protect the family against diseases, accidents, bad spirits and bewitchment. Large pieces like these where even used to protect whole villages.
Good condition with a beautiful aged patina. The figure has a wonderful aged patina and a magical horn on top. The face has inserted nails all over.
Object: Figure
Ethnic group/ culture: Songye
Region/ country: DR Congo
Material: Wood, Horn
Period: Mid half 20th century
Condition: Good
Sold with stand: No
Dimensions: 47?10?10 cm
Weight: 1100 g
Reserve: $120.00
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It served to protect the family against diseases, accidents, bad spirits and bewitchment. Large pieces like these where even used to protect whole villages.
Good condition with a beautiful aged patina. The figure has a wonderful aged patina and a magical horn on top. The face has inserted nails all over.
Object: Figure
Ethnic group/ culture: Songye
Region/ country: DR Congo
Material: Wood, Horn
Period: Mid half 20th century
Condition: Good
Sold with stand: No
Dimensions: 47?10?10 cm
Weight: 1100 g
Reserve: $120.00
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
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Power Figure - Wood, Horn, Nails - Songye - Congo
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