M'Baka - DR Congo

Ngbagka statuette in light wood H = 70 l = 20. p = 16
Of presumably masculine sex (at the base of the cylindrical trunk groups of 3 parallel striations, 3 being the male symbol) with a round head. The hairstyle, formed of parallel braids, and the figure, have been once whitened with kaolin;
3 rows of carved bracelets on the arms, short.
On the body, small perforations formerly garnished with plant twigs, of which a few remain.
Traces of small decoration on the base of the trunk, whose shape resembles that of a loincloth. The statue rests on its feet.
Longitudinal split on the right side with local consolidation.
Sold with an appraisal certificate;