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Reliquary – Copper, Wood – OBAMBA –

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Title: Reliquary – Copper, Wood – OBAMBA – KOTA – Gabon

Description: Gorgeous, tribally used, Kota reliquary statue of a guardian from Gabon. It played an important role in rituals concerning the ancestors. The worship of ancestors is at the heart of religious and social life of the Kota. On the death of the chief parts of his body are decorated with metal and rubbed with magic powders. These relics are kept in a basket. An OBAMBA figure like this one is put on top. This statue is remarkably refined. The front is decorated with various geometric patterns engraved in yellow copper. It obtained a slightly greenish patina of age. In good condition with traces of wear and tear.

Details: Object: Obamba Reliquary

Ethnic group: Kota

Country: Gabon

Material: Wood, Copper

Estimated period: Mid 20th century

Sold with stand: No

Dimensions: 50x25x6 cm

Weight: 1200 gram

Condition: Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $150.00

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