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A Mangbetu Male Ancestor sculpture, African Art

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A Mangbetu Male Ancestor sculpture, African Art

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This is a Male Ancestor sculpture from the Mangbetu peoples, Congo, Africa. Carved from a hard wood in male form, with linear designs ( Tribal Tattoos ).Of note, the figures hands are behind her back and in front of her abdomen giving the sculpture a sense of motion. The figure measures 13.75 inches tall ( 14.25 inches tall on custom base).Provenance:Ex~ Private New Jersey Collection

Condition

Fair, old repair to one arm

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A Mangbetu Male Ancestor sculpture, African Art

Name: A Mangbetu Male Ancestor sculpture, African Art
SKU: 72948380
Price: 95 USD
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