Teke - DR Congo

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Magical figure or fetish embodying an ancestor, with a hollow bust designed to contain a magical charge called a “bonga,” made of wood and bone with cowrie shells and magical materials, from the Teke culture in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, mid‑20th century, dimensions 41×9×12 cm, in excellent condition and authenticated as original, from a private collection.

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A magical figure or fetish that embodies an ancestor, with a hollow bust intended to contain a magical charge called "bonga". From a private collection.

A magical figure or fetish that embodies an ancestor, with a hollow bust intended to contain a magical charge called "bonga". From a private collection.

Details

Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Teke
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Cauri, magical substances, Bone, Wood
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
41 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
12 cm
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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