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BEMBE, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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113
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BEMBE, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
See original version (French)
Estimate €400 - €600
Voluntary lot
Description
BEMBE, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Hardwood, dark reddish-brown patina, glass beads.
Ancestor figure depicting a standing, ithyphallic male figure, the feet of which are now missing. The torso is covered in deep traditional scarifications.
The powerful neck supports a bearded head, the mouth forming a faint smile and the eyes inlaid with white glass beads.
First third of the 20th century, or earlier.
H. 11 cm.
(damage and losses).
Expert: Christian NJIENSI
See original version (French)
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Ref. : 0028679 - 37
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