Exceptional divination tool SONGYE (Nganga) - DR Congo

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Description from the seller

Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Name of the tribe: SONGYE
- Material: Wood - animal horn - plant fibers
- Dimensions (in mm): 245x79x58
- Weight (in grams): 249
- Shipping method: Chronopost + Insurance

Magnificent and rare Songyé divination oracle. Patina and crusts due to its use. Termite damage at the base of the skull.

Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Name of the tribe: SONGYE
- Material: Wood - animal horn - plant fibers
- Dimensions (in mm): 245x79x58
- Weight (in grams): 249
- Shipping method: Chronopost + Insurance

Magnificent and rare Songyé divination oracle. Patina and crusts due to its use. Termite damage at the base of the skull.

Details

No. of items
1
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Early 20th century
Material
Wood - Animal horn - Beads - Plant fibers
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Exceptional divination tool SONGYE (Nganga)
Height
24.5 cm
Width
5.8 cm
Depth
7.9 cm
Weight
249 g
Provenance
Private collection
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Objects sold
100%
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