High quality and eye for detail, lovely Yombe ancestor figure from DR Congo. Powerfull and large figure. The ancestor figure has a great patina of use.
The 300,000 YOMBE people are artistically prolific.
This superb example of Kongo sculpture shows the emphasis given to the head and detailed body.
Good condition with traces of tribal use and a beautiful aged patina.

Provenance: former private collection from Germany.

Object

Figure

Ethnic group:

Yombe

Country:

DR Congo

Material:

Wood

Estimated period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

16x8x7 cm

Weight:

220 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $200.00

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