Bembe Statue From Congo
Superb copy of a BEMBE or BABEMBE statue from the Republic of Congo High male dignitary with significant tribal scarifications on the torso Patinated hardwood Colored face and glass eyes Iron necklace enclosing the neck Large beard of prestige prominent sex Traditional attitude of character seated in council sages Little is known about their custom It was not until the 1990s that Lehuard and Lecomte published a book on this ethnic group, pointing out that no critic or specialist had looked into their functions Provenance; Maud and René GARCIA collection free shipping worldwide
11 000 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: En l'etat
Material: Solid wood
Reference (ID): 1095999
Availability: In stock
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