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Bembe statue DRC This wooden statuette depicts a high-rankin…
See original version (French)
224
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Bembe statue DRC This wooden statuette depicts a high-rankin…
See original version (French)
Estimate €80 - €120
Voluntary lot
Description
Bembe statue DRC
This wooden statuette depicts a high-ranking chief or ancestor on horseback. The figure, whose torso and shoulders bear fine geometric scarring symbolising prestige, sports the large almond-shaped eyes characteristic of the style and a traditional headdress, an attribute of his power.
Height: 22 cm (28 cm with base)
See original version (French)
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