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KASENGOSENGO WHISTLE Chokwe, Angola
Materials: Wood.
See original version (French)
193
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KASENGOSENGO WHISTLE Chokwe, Angola
Materials: Wood.
See original version (French)
Estimate €80 - €120
Voluntary lot
Description
KASENGOSENGO WHISTLE
Chokwe, Angola
Materials: Wood.
Base included (gallery condition).
Provenance: Private collection, Belgium.
Dimensions: H. 10 cm.
This kasengosengo whistle bears witness to the refinement of Chokwe miniature art. Despite its
Despite its modest size, it has a remarkable sculptural quality, combining refined
expressive stylisation characteristic of this great Central African artistic tradition.
artistic tradition of Central Africa. The engraved facial features, the symmetrical composition and the beautiful
patina give the piece a singular presence. Used in a variety of social
and ceremonial contexts, whistles played a communicative role as well as a symbolic one.
symbolic representation. Today, this work is seductive for its elegant synthesis of forms
and its almost contemporary character, perfectly illustrating the ability of Chokwe
Chokwe sculptors to create objects of great aesthetic power with a remarkable economy of means.
remarkable economy of means.
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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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