This is an original tribal relic statue of the Bakota tribe. These reliquaries played an important role in rituals surrounding their ancestors.

The worship of the ancestors is at the heart of Kota's religious and social life. Upon death, parts of the body are decorated with metal and rubbed with magical powders and stored in a basket. On top of the hive is a guardian statue like this.

Please look at the detailed plating and inlayed eyes. Made of brass. Size: 49,5 x 26 x 5 cm, 845 gram. Stand not inlcuded.

Careful registered and insured shipping

Reserve: $150.00

Shipping:

Domestic: Flat-rate of $30.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.

EU: Flat-rate of $20.00 to anywhere in EU.

International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination. International shipping may be subject to VAT.

Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.

Location: This item ships from The Netherlands.

Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.

In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.