Congo Bembe Statue- Tribal Art - Africa
Ancient Bembe statuette from Congo, presenting a standing ancestor, a stick in his hand.
Its belly features fine graphic scarifications in relief. Its eyes are encrusted with two white pearls.
This sculpture, with a magical and religious function, protected its owner from accidents and illnesses.
The right arm and the tip of the headdress are missing, some chips on the feet.
Its belly features fine graphic scarifications in relief. Its eyes are encrusted with two white pearls.
This sculpture, with a magical and religious function, protected its owner from accidents and illnesses.
The right arm and the tip of the headdress are missing, some chips on the feet.
1 200 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Some scratches and chips
Material: Solid wood
Height: 14
Reference (ID): 1318898
Availability: In stock
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