Punu - Gabon

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Punu wooden figure from Gabon, ca. 35 cm tall, carved from Ceiba pentandra, provenance private collection, sold with stand, in acceptable condition with loss of half a foot and post‑mural wear, original patina and red‑hot iron details.

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Rare and antique Punu figure, carved from Ceiba Pentandra wood like the masks. Original patina with details in “red-hot iron.” Generally good condition, only a missing half a foot, and later wear right along the Ceiba’s pith canal. (see in the head the unmistakable classic pentagonal conduit)
École collection Pascal Alcan Legrand, Paris.

Rare and antique Punu figure, carved from Ceiba Pentandra wood like the masks. Original patina with details in “red-hot iron.” Generally good condition, only a missing half a foot, and later wear right along the Ceiba’s pith canal. (see in the head the unmistakable classic pentagonal conduit)
École collection Pascal Alcan Legrand, Paris.

Details

No. of items
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Punu
Country of Origin
Gabon
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Fair condition
Height
35 cm
Provenance
Private collection
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Objects sold
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