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Kirdi-Fali fertility figure, Cameroon
Materials: Metal, plan…
See original version (French)
115
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Kirdi-Fali fertility figure, Cameroon
Materials: Metal, plan…
See original version (French)
Estimate €200 - €300
Voluntary lot
Description
Kirdi-Fali fertility figure, Cameroon
Materials: Metal, plant fibres and cords.
Base included (gallery condition).
Provenance: From James "Joopie" Permeke, grandson of the painter Constant Permeke.
The objects presented in this sale come from the collection of James "Joopie" Permeke, grandson of the painter Constant Permeke.
Permeke, grandson of major Belgian artist Constant Permeke. Kept in the family for several decades
for several decades, this collection bears witness to a provenance directly linked to one of the most important
one of Belgium's most important artistic lineages of the 20th century.
Dimensions: H. 60 cm.
Rare Kirdi-Fali fertility figure consisting of a central core entirely covered with
with threaded rings. This elongated, abstract figure was associated with concerns about fertility
fertility, protection and descent. The remarkable accumulation of circular
elements gives it a singular sculptural presence and strong visual impact.
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About the sale
ARTS OF AFRICA & OCEANIA: Three exceptional family collections
Auction location
Auction time
06/22/2026 at 2:00 PM
Pictures credits: Contact the Auction House
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