Powerful Lega initiation statue from DR Congo . The face is covered in Phembe, white clay, each time the statue was used, resulting in a beautiful patina. Long wooden figure in good condition with traces of wear and tear.
Provenance: former private collection from the Netherlands
Including custom made stand.
Object: IAncestor figure
Ethnic group/ culture: Lega
Region/ country: Congo
Material:Wood
Period: Mid 20th century
Dimensions: 40×11×11 cm
Weight: 700 g