Stool - Ngombe - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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Stool by Ngombe from DR Congo, dating to the mid 20th century, made of wood, dimensions 35 × 11 × 18 cm, weight 500 g, in good condition, provenance private collection.

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Stylistic wooden Ngombe stool from DR Congo.
Stools become associated with the spirit of their owner and after the owner’s death are placed in a shrine as a means of communication between generations. Good condition with traces of tribal use and clear traces of aging.

Provenance: former private collection from Germany.

Tracking number will be provided.

Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Stylistic wooden Ngombe stool from DR Congo.
Stools become associated with the spirit of their owner and after the owner’s death are placed in a shrine as a means of communication between generations. Good condition with traces of tribal use and clear traces of aging.

Provenance: former private collection from Germany.

Tracking number will be provided.

Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Ngombe
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Stool
Height
18 cm
Width
35 cm
Depth
11 cm
Weight
500 g
Provenance
Private collection
The NetherlandsVerified
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Objects sold
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