Kota Reliquary From Gabon

Very beautiful old reliquary called Mbulu Ngulu "with death's head" from the SEBE valley height 67cm plus base for a maximum width of 29cm Wood core Gnawed at the base and in the back covered with sheets of brass and copper Bone eyes Characteristic style of the master of Sébé who used different shades of copper plates and strips which will attest to his talent. Traces of oxidation in places. The density and the expressive force are very great. This is due to the massive face and the rounded forehead. The eyebrow arches in relief give a depth to the gaze that does not leave you indifferent This type of sculpture is referenced in group 7 of the book by Mr and Mrs CHAFFIN (The KOTA art). It is specified in this same book that it is the most sought after group for their rareness and for their emotional power Provenance private collection from the center of France Neat, free and fast packaging worldwide