Fetish figure - Lengola - Congo

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Lengola wooden fetish from Congo, dating to about 1940–1960, one object, 130 cm high, 50 cm wide, 7 cm deep, provenance: Belgian private collection, with certificate of authenticity.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful large Lengola wooden fetish
Provenance: Private Belgian collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Arms and legs detachable

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Very beautiful large Lengola wooden fetish
Provenance: Private Belgian collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Arms and legs detachable

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Congo
Ethnic group/culture
Lengola
Height
130 cm
Width
50 cm
Sold with stand
No
Depth
7 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1940-1950, 1950-1960
BelgiumVerified
8489
Objects sold
98.64%
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