Ancestor Figure – Bronze – Bakongo – Congo

Description

A seating Bakongo bronze figure from DR Congo. The figure is in good condition

Provenance: former private collection from Germany.

Object:

Ancestor Figure

Ethnic group:

Bakongo

Country:

Congo

Material:

Bronze

Period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions

10x4x4 cm

Weight:

100 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $60.00

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Ancestor Figure – Bronze – Bakongo – Congo

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