Reliquary Byeri Head – Wood, Metal – Fang – Gabon

Description

Old Fang Byeri Head from Gabon. Byeri – heads functioned much in the same way as Byeri enyema figures in that they guarded the boxes of bark containing the remains of important ancestors. Such heads are often believed to be even older in origin than the full figures and are seen by some as their forerunners. Good condition with traces of wear and tear.

Object:

Byeri Head

Ethnic group:

Fang

Country:

Gabon

Material:

Wood, metal

Period:

Second half 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

44x18x18 cm

Weight:

2000 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $160.00

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Reliquary Byeri Head – Wood, Metal – Fang – Gabon

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