Lega statue - Lega - DR 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.

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Statue Lega, carved from wood in the Lega style, originating from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, 55 cm high and 17 cm wide, in excellent condition and sold without a stand.

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Description from the seller

A Lega-style statue, carved from dense wood.
The figure stands out with its double face, a strong symbol of Lega initiatic thought: duality, the transmission of knowledge, and the complementarity of forces. The protruding eyes, the decorative perforations, and the stylization of the body testify to a skilled sculptural work imbued with meaning. Very decorative.

Seller's Story

Tribal Collection – African Art Gallery is a space dedicated to discovering and celebrating both traditional and contemporary African art. The gallery features a curated selection of sculptures, masks, ritual objects, and artworks from various African cultures and ethnic groups, reflecting the richness and diversity of artistic expression across the continent. Each piece is selected for its aesthetic quality, authenticity, and history, offering collectors, enthusiasts, and curious visitors an immersion into the symbolic and spiritual world of African art. Bridging tradition and modernity, Tribal Collection highlights ancient works full of meaning while also fostering a dialogue with the contemporary creations of today’s African artists. More than just a gallery, Tribal Collection is a cultural bridge where art becomes a medium of transmission, emotion, and universal dialogue.
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A Lega-style statue, carved from dense wood.
The figure stands out with its double face, a strong symbol of Lega initiatic thought: duality, the transmission of knowledge, and the complementarity of forces. The protruding eyes, the decorative perforations, and the stylization of the body testify to a skilled sculptural work imbued with meaning. Very decorative.

Seller's Story

Tribal Collection – African Art Gallery is a space dedicated to discovering and celebrating both traditional and contemporary African art. The gallery features a curated selection of sculptures, masks, ritual objects, and artworks from various African cultures and ethnic groups, reflecting the richness and diversity of artistic expression across the continent. Each piece is selected for its aesthetic quality, authenticity, and history, offering collectors, enthusiasts, and curious visitors an immersion into the symbolic and spiritual world of African art. Bridging tradition and modernity, Tribal Collection highlights ancient works full of meaning while also fostering a dialogue with the contemporary creations of today’s African artists. More than just a gallery, Tribal Collection is a cultural bridge where art becomes a medium of transmission, emotion, and universal dialogue.
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Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Lega
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Lega statue
Height
55 cm
Width
17 cm
FranceVerified
1043
Objects sold
99.24%
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