A Songye Figure Democratic Republic of Congo, c. 20th century Finely carved from dark brown wood, the figure squatting with long arms bent and hands placed on ears. The coiffure finely incised in concentric curves and vertical lines. In excellent condition. With a custom wood base. Provenance: Mark Eglinton, USA Pierre Dartevelle, Brussels, Belgium (Reportedly) Private Collection Pace Primitive, New York, USA John Buxton, Dallas, TX Reynold Kerr, New York, NY Sotheby's, New York, 23 October 1982, Lot 304 African Heritage Documentation and Research Centre #0039726 Height: 6 ¼ inches HID03101062020 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

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