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Maître Yann BARATOUX
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Reliquary guardian figure ‘Mbulu ngulu’ with a core of hard,…
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357
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Reliquary guardian figure ‘Mbulu ngulu’ with a core of hard,…
See original version (French)
Estimate €200 - €250
Voluntary lot
Description
Reliquary guardian figure ‘Mbulu ngulu’ with a core of hard, heavy wood and a dark patina, adorned with nailed copper plates; featuring a large crescent-shaped crest surmounting a face in high relief with a high forehead and prominent brow ridges, framed by broad wings. Geometric decoration incised on the wings. On the back, a vertical line in relief. Characteristic of the Otala region’s style.
Signs of wear, minor losses.
Height: 63 cm. Kota Obamba Gabon
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About the sale
Cabinet of Curiosities and Tribal Art
Auction location
Auction time
09/30/2026 at 2:00 PM
Pictures credits: Contact the Auction House
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