Statuette - Bakongo - DR Congo

Starting bid
€ 1

Add to your favourites to get an alert when the auction starts.

Julien Gauthier
Expert
Selected by Julien Gauthier

A decade of experience in historical arms, armour, and African art.

Estimate  € 180 - € 220
Catawiki Buyer Protection

Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details

Trustpilot 4.4 | 134638 reviews

Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.

Description from the seller

I present to you an original collection of ethnographic objects from the colonial era brought back from Congo/Zaïre by a Belgian engineer who traveled across the country in the course of his work.

The collection consists of figurines carved in wood and stone, masks, as well as various utilitarian and representative objects from local cultures.

This varied set illustrates the richness of artisanal know-how and material traditions of Central Africa at a pivotal moment in its history.

Collected over time, this lot holds definite appeal for both collectors of African ethnography and enthusiasts of antique objects and historical testimonies.

The diversity of materials, forms and uses gives the whole a pleasing coherence and a remarkable presence that is very characteristic of that era.

Shipping guaranteed within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for further information.

I present to you an original collection of ethnographic objects from the colonial era brought back from Congo/Zaïre by a Belgian engineer who traveled across the country in the course of his work.

The collection consists of figurines carved in wood and stone, masks, as well as various utilitarian and representative objects from local cultures.

This varied set illustrates the richness of artisanal know-how and material traditions of Central Africa at a pivotal moment in its history.

Collected over time, this lot holds definite appeal for both collectors of African ethnography and enthusiasts of antique objects and historical testimonies.

The diversity of materials, forms and uses gives the whole a pleasing coherence and a remarkable presence that is very characteristic of that era.

Shipping guaranteed within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for further information.

Details

Indigenous object name
Statuette
Ethnic group/ culture
Bakongo
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
26 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
BelgiumVerified
1219
Objects sold
96.19%
Private

Similar objects

For you in

African & Tribal Art