Fetish figure - Songye - Congo

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Julien Gauthier
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With almost a decade of experience bridging science, museum curation, and traditional blacksmithing, Julien has developed a unique expertise in historical arms, armour, and African art.

Estimate  € 400 - € 450
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Description from the seller

A very beautiful and rare Songye fetish carved in wood.
Provenance: Belgian private 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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A very beautiful and rare Songye fetish carved in wood.
Provenance: Belgian private 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
Material
Wood
Country of Origin
Congo
Ethnic group/ culture
Songye
Height
28 cm
Width
6 cm
Sold with stand
No
Depth
7 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated Period
1930-1940, 1940-1950
BelgiumVerified
8228
Objects sold
98.49%
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