Bakongo statuette (47 cm) - Bakongo protective statuette - Bakongo - DR Congo

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Description from the seller

exceptional Bakongo statuette

Protection fetish

A piece with an exceptionally high-quality patina

French Collection (Mr. Jean Louis VIOT), since 1990.

Object from a famous antique dealer at the Saint-Ouen flea market (Paris)

Certificate from the Galerie des Dominicains (Brussels)

Seller's Story

The Galerie des Dominicains offers art objects from all over Africa. It mainly belongs to the private collection of Mr. Jean Louis Viot, an art enthusiast from all horizons. Lawyer, then director of a large real estate group, Restorer of listed old buildings (MALRAUX Law), then antique dealer, art dealer... he discovered the First Arts in the 1980s and since then has tried to gather a variety of eclectic objects from all African countries, including Madagascar. He shares his passion with you today by giving up a part of his collection that is so dear to him. These sculptures, figurines, fetishes, and other masks were all chosen with fervor and love, from enthusiasts like him but also from major collectors, gallery owners, or other antique dealers. Open for a few years, the Dominican Gallery offers both novices and collectors the opportunity to discover sculptures from all around the world. A certificate from the Dominican gallery will be provided to you. A fast, secure, and careful delivery will be guaranteed to you. No deliveries from August 2 to August 23, 2025.
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exceptional Bakongo statuette

Protection fetish

A piece with an exceptionally high-quality patina

French Collection (Mr. Jean Louis VIOT), since 1990.

Object from a famous antique dealer at the Saint-Ouen flea market (Paris)

Certificate from the Galerie des Dominicains (Brussels)

Seller's Story

The Galerie des Dominicains offers art objects from all over Africa. It mainly belongs to the private collection of Mr. Jean Louis Viot, an art enthusiast from all horizons. Lawyer, then director of a large real estate group, Restorer of listed old buildings (MALRAUX Law), then antique dealer, art dealer... he discovered the First Arts in the 1980s and since then has tried to gather a variety of eclectic objects from all African countries, including Madagascar. He shares his passion with you today by giving up a part of his collection that is so dear to him. These sculptures, figurines, fetishes, and other masks were all chosen with fervor and love, from enthusiasts like him but also from major collectors, gallery owners, or other antique dealers. Open for a few years, the Dominican Gallery offers both novices and collectors the opportunity to discover sculptures from all around the world. A certificate from the Dominican gallery will be provided to you. A fast, secure, and careful delivery will be guaranteed to you. No deliveries from August 2 to August 23, 2025.
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Details

Indigenous object name
Bakongo protective statuette
Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Bakongo
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Early 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Bakongo statuette (47 cm)
Height
47 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
8 mm
Weight
1.5 kg
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
BelgiumVerified
2351
Objects sold
100%
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