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Ancestor Figure - Wood - Songye - Congo

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Description

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.

Provenance: Manfred Sch?fer collection, ex- gallery owner from Ulm, Germany.

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: 33?8?8 cm

Weight: 700 g

Reserve: $100.00

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