Figure – Wood – Bakongo Vili – Congo

Description

Stylistic Bakongo Vili ancestor figure from Congo. Powerful appearance with with a great aged patina with traces of tribal use. The figure is standing on the back of a turtle.

Object:

Figure

Ethnic group:

Bakongo Vili

Country:

DR Congo

Material:

Wood

Period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

19x8x7 cm

Weight:

220 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $90.00

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Figure – Wood – Bakongo Vili – Congo

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