Figure - Songye - Congo

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Dimitri André
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

Estimate  € 550 - € 650
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Description from the seller

Very beautiful Songye statuette carved in wood.
Provenance: French private collection. JF D collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity.



Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Very beautiful Songye statuette carved in wood.
Provenance: French private collection. JF D collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity.



Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Congo
Material
Wood
Ethnic group/ culture
Songye
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
24 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
8 cm
Estimated Period
1930-1940, 1940-1950
BelgiumVerified
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Objects sold
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