Funerary stone statue - Ntadi - Bakongo - DR Congo

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Funerary stone statue titled Statue en Pierre funéraire, originating from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, of Bakongo culture; indigenous object name Ntadi, height 22 cm, width 9 cm, stone, provenance Galerie/Antiquaire, in good condition, one item, sold without a stand.

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Funerary statuette Ntadi Bitumba, these carved stone statuettes, with sizes that can exceptionally exceed 100 cm, are known to be from Mitandi (Ntadi is the singular) and, more precisely, these days. Bitumba, which could be translated as “the guardian.” True living double figures, the Bitumba play a role as protectors of the soul of the deceased of high social status.
See Lehuard's publication Style, vol. 1. Arnouville: Art d'Afrique Noire 1989: 78
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I am a professional seller of African art objects, holding a VAT number.
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Funerary statuette Ntadi Bitumba, these carved stone statuettes, with sizes that can exceptionally exceed 100 cm, are known to be from Mitandi (Ntadi is the singular) and, more precisely, these days. Bitumba, which could be translated as “the guardian.” True living double figures, the Bitumba play a role as protectors of the soul of the deceased of high social status.
See Lehuard's publication Style, vol. 1. Arnouville: Art d'Afrique Noire 1989: 78
Note: Our parcels are shipped with warranty, insurance, and a receipt.

Seller's Story

I am a professional seller of African art objects, holding a VAT number.
Translated by Google Translate

Details

Indigenous object name
Ntadi
No. of items
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Bakongo
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Material
Stone
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Funerary stone statue
Height
22 cm
Width
9 cm
Provenance
Gallery / Antique dealer
Sold by
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1910
Objects sold
98.82%
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