Great wooden Songye power figure from DR Congo. Stylistic wooden ancestor figure the SONGYE tribe from D.R. Congo.
It served to protect the family against diseases, accidents, bad spirits and bewitchment. Large pieces where even used to protect whole villages.
Good condition with a beautiful aged patina.

Provenance: former private collection from Germany




Object:

Power Figure



Ethnic group:

Songye



Country:

DR Congo



Material:

Wood, Horn



Period:

Mid 20th century



Sold with stand:

No



Dimensions:

31x8x8 cm



Weight:

450 gram



Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $150.00

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