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€ 180,00
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Great Songye power figure from DR Congo. Stylistic wooden ancestor figure of the SONGYE tribe from D.R. Congo. Great eye for detail.
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: Manfred Schäfer, former gallery owner from Ulm, Germany. Including custom made stand.
| Object: | Power Figure |
| Ethnic group: | Songye |
| Country: | DR Congo |
| Material: | Wood, Horn |
| Period: | Mid 20th century |
| Sold with stand: | Yes |
| Dimensions: | 52x14x13 cm |
| Weight: | 2200 gram |
| Condition: | Good condition, used with some signs of wear |
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