Gabonese Kota Tribe Mbulu Ngulu Wood And Metal Tomb Sculpture

DESCRIPTION: Mbulu-ngulu tomb figure composed of a carved wood foundation featuring a highly stylized face and body decorated with copper and brass applications throughout. Created by the Kota tribe a

Kota artist Mbulu Ngulu (reliquary figure) Gabon, c. 1940carved wood, metal, brass 15 h × 6 w × 2.5 d in (38 × 15 × 6 cm) Provenance: African Image Gal

Title: Kota Mbulu Ngulu reliquary figure - Gabon - African Art Tribal Art Item Category: Reliquary, figure, statue Alleged Seniority: Second half 20th century Origin: Gabon Materials: Wood, metal Dime

Kota Gabon Mbulu-ngulu Reliquary Figure, circa early 20th Century. Copper banded figure with protruding eyes and nose. Design on copper base, wood footing. Dimensions: 15" H; Weight: 2 lb. Provenance:

metal, wood, L: 61 cm, L: 24,0 inch Provenance: Alexander Kubetz (1946-2023), Munich, Germany

metal, wood, L: 76 cm, L: 29,9 inch Provenance: Alexander Kubetz (1946-2023), Munich, Germany Published In: Zirngibl, Manfred A. & Alexander Kubetz, "panga na visu", Riedlhütte 2009, p. 120, ill. 263

metal, wood, L: 58 cm, L: 22,8 inch Provenance: Alexander Kubetz (1946-2023), Munich, Germany

metal, wood, L: 66,5 cm, L: 26,2 inch Provenance: Alexander Kubetz (1946-2023), Munich, Germany

Beautiful, ceremonial sword of the NGOMBE tribe from D.R. Congo. This Central African Ngombe Ngulu sword was reputedly used for executions. Later, it became a sign of prestige. Very nice specimen with

DESCRIPTION: Bakota Mbulu Ngulu tomb figure, Gabon, carved of wood and covered with sheets of copper and brass. Fan-shaped head with embellishments, wrapped wire, and protruding nose. Attached to meta

35 Ex-Segy Kota Reliquary Figure Kota, Gabun H 35 cm. Bakota Mbulu Ngulu reliquary figure, Gabon, carved of wood and covered with sheets of copper and brass. Fan-shaped head with embellishments, wrapp

Wood carved guardian figure ("mbulu ngulu") with brass overlay created by the Kota people of Gabon to stand watch over ancestral relics. Measures 25" x 18" (at the widest point) and is in very good co

Copper and bronze metal strips adorn the authentic antique reliquary of the Kota in northeastern Gabon. Originally, Mbulu Ngulus were used by the Kota to guard and protect sacred ancestral bones. The

Copper and bronze metal strips adorn the authentic antique reliquary of the Kota in northeastern Gabon. Originally, Mbulu Ngulus were used by the Kota to guard and protect sacred ancestral bones. The

African Mahongwe Bakota Reliquary Bwete Figure. This “Osseyba” sculpture is from the Kota Tribe in Gabon, Africa. It stands 26.5 inches tall. and is constructed of wood, copper/brass & fib

William T. Wiley (American, 1937-2021) Le Grande Frommage, 1985 wood, metal sculpture inscribed with the Artist's monogram, titled and dated 18 x 27 x 33 inches. Provenance: Sold: Christie's New York:

The Kota used reliquary guardian figures to protect and identify the revered bones of family ancestors. The Kota believed that the relics of important men and women retain power after death, providing

Reliquiarfigur, "mbulu ngulu" Kota-Ndassa, Gabun Mit Sockel / with base Holz, Kupferlegierungen.. H 51 cm. Provenienz: - Adalbert von Alföldy, Eislingen. - Liselotte Spuida, Pfronten. - Auktionsh

Artist: Jesus Rafael Soto, Venezuelan (1923 - 2005) Title: Homenaje al Humano from An American Portrait Year: 1976 Medium: Metal and Wood Sculpture, signed and numbered verso Edition: 77/175 Size: 19.

Jesús Rafael Soto (Venezuelan, 1923-2005), "Homenaje al Humano"-1975, painted metal on wood relief sculpture, verso signed and limited edition noted " _x000D_ signed and numbered "64/175', publishe

Carved Wood Sculpture. LEO AMINO Style. Carved wood kinetic figural sculpture on metal base. Not marked. -- Dimensions: H: 41 inches: W: 11 inches: D: 8.25 inches ---

MELVIN SCHULER (Californian 1924-2012) "Stacked Blocks" Copper nailed and hammered over wood. 23 3/8 x 13 1/4 x 9 inches. Signed on the right side: Schuler. Provenance: From the Pritikin Museum Collec

Pierced Metal Wall Sculpture Art. Gilt painted metal panels in black wood frame. Marked on reverse MG. -- Dimensions: H: 39 inches: W: 74 inches ---

Sculpture by Jesús Rafael Soto (Venezuelan, 1923-2005), Multiple V from the Jai Alai series; comprised of painted wood and metal; with inscribed signature and edition 102/300 to base; H