Great Songye power figure from DR Congo. Stylistic wooden ancestor figure of the SONGYE tribe from D.R. Congo. Great eye for detail with a detailed face.
It served to protect the family against diseases, accidents, bad spirits and bewitchment. Large pieces where even used to protect whole villages.
Good condition with a beautiful aged patina.
Provenance: Manferd Schäfer, former gallery owner from Ulm, Germany.
| Object: |
Power Figure |
| Ethnic group: |
Songye |
| Country: |
DR Congo |
| Material: |
Wood, Metal |
| Period: |
Mid 20th century |
| Sold with stand: |
No |
| Dimensions: |
22x6x6 cm |
| Weight: |
280 gram |
| Condition: |
Good condition, used with some signs of wear |
