Beautiful standing ancestor figure from the Chokwe tribe of DR Congo. The wooden figure has a stylistic coiffure and typical face tattoos.
Good condition with a wonderful patina of age. Powerful figure with typical chokwe appearance.
Provenance: Manfred Schäfer collection, ex- gallery owner from Ulm, Germany.
| Object |
Ancestor Figure |
| Ethnic group: |
Chokwe |
| Country: |
DR Congo |
| Material: |
Wood |
| Estimated period: |
Mid 20th century |
| Sold with stand: |
No |
| Dimensions: |
48x13x11 cm |
| Weight: |
1400 gram |
| Condition: |
Good condition, used with some signs of wear |
