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46 - KUYU HEAD DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO Polychrome wood H…
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Estimate €3,000 - €5,000
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KUYU HEAD DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO Polychrome wood H.: 60 cm (23? in.) A Kuyu head, Democratic Republic of the Congo Provenance: Collection of Jean-Jacques Rotthier (1932–2009), Brussels, then passed down through the family  This beautiful cult head, depicting a female face, formed the central element of a ceremonial accessory used during the Kebe-Kebe ritual dances associated with the worship of Djo, the serpent god. A KUYU HEAD DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO Polychromed wood H.: 23? in. Provenance: Jean-Jacques Rotthier Collection (1932–2009), Brussels, then by descent A fine cult head depicting a female face, formerly serving as the central element of a ritual dance apparatus used during Kebe-Kebe ceremonies associated with the cult of Djo, the serpent deity.
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About the sale The Jean-Jacques Rotthier Collection: Art from Africa and Oceania
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Auction time 09/08/2026 at 4:00 PM
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