Songye - DR Congo
Opens 13 May
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Description from the seller
Congo (ex-Zaïre)
Songyé
Wood
Height: 440 mm + base 34 mm
Width: 100 mm
Depth: 85 mm
Weight: 1520 g
Provenance:
Pierre Dartevelle Brussels
Millon sale of 07/04/2022
Private collection
Delivered with its certificate of authenticity of 15/04/2022 from the expert society "Original Expert"
Songye female statue presented standing, her hands marked by incisions placed along the edge of the abdomen sculpted in projection.
Wood, old brown and dark honey patina, forged metal nails set into the abdomen and on the head, posterior glass bead necklace.
Songye statues are numerous. Generally male, they stand on a circular base, have an elongated torso and hands placed on the abdomen. Their large head has a square or pointed chin, a slightly open mouth and a triangular nose. Sometimes, these statues are hung for apotropaic purposes inside houses, thanks to iron hooks passed under the arms. The large fetishes, intended to protect communities, were kept in small huts, while the smaller fetishes were reserved for individual use and protected against illness and death. Handling of these fetishes often occurred during new moon phases.
The items are sent with tracking numbers.
Delivery in France via Chronopost in 1 to 2 days. Delivery to the European Union via Chronopost International in 3 to 5 days. Delivery via Colissimo International for the rest of Europe and for the whole world.
We speak english.
Seller's Story
Passionate about World Arts and more specifically about African Art, we buy from collectors, former officials, military, health workers, public works staff who have worked in Africa and also in Côte d'Ivoire, from antique dealers and traders who roam across West Africa to find quality objects.
It is with pride that we present works that, beyond their power to beautify spaces, invite our collectors to resonate with the richness and depth of human expression through the most authentic art.
At Arts Ethniques Gallery, we have the privilege of offering our visitors an exclusive selection of artworks, all unique and original. Each piece presented is the outcome of a demanding artistic approach, driven by a singular vision and mastered craftsmanship, all elements that guarantee authenticity and value.
The works we offer are not industrial reproductions. They are individual creations, crafted with sensitivity and precision, each bearing its own story, identity and presence. Originality is the very foundation of our commitment to excellence. Thus, every mask and every statue in our collection is the subject of a rigorous selection, in order to preserve their rarity and singularity.
Acquiring a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery means owning a truly unique piece: a creation that embodies both talent, cultural memory and the expressive force of African art. It is also a lasting investment in a work whose artistic and emotional value transcends time.
We guarantee that every work leaving our gallery is an authentic piece, without replicas, bearing witness to the creativity, heritage and passion of the African artists who shaped them.
We invite you to participate in our gallery’s auctions with confidence. Each presented work is an original, unique and irreplaceable creation, selected with the greatest rigor to guarantee its authenticity and artistic value.
Whether you wish to enrich a personal collection or introduce an exceptional artwork into your space, Arts Ethniques Gallery offers a safe, transparent and professional setting to acquire remarkable pieces.
Art auctions are a privileged moment to discover rare works, capable of becoming the heart of a collection. Acquiring a work at our sales is not just buying an object: it is investing in a creation whose aesthetic value and cultural reach reinforce over time.
The pieces presented by Arts Ethniques Gallery testify not only to the talent and vision of the artists but also possess the ability to transform spaces and enrich the gaze of those who behold them.
Participating in our auctions is taking part in a singular experience, where the passion for art meets the rigors of collecting. Bidding on a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery goes beyond a simple transaction: it is a gesture of commitment and appreciation for art in its most authentic form.
We invite you to bid with passion and to join us in this adventure dedicated to discovery, transmission and celebration of art.
Perhaps your next heart piece is already waiting for you."
Translated by Google TranslateCongo (ex-Zaïre)
Songyé
Wood
Height: 440 mm + base 34 mm
Width: 100 mm
Depth: 85 mm
Weight: 1520 g
Provenance:
Pierre Dartevelle Brussels
Millon sale of 07/04/2022
Private collection
Delivered with its certificate of authenticity of 15/04/2022 from the expert society "Original Expert"
Songye female statue presented standing, her hands marked by incisions placed along the edge of the abdomen sculpted in projection.
Wood, old brown and dark honey patina, forged metal nails set into the abdomen and on the head, posterior glass bead necklace.
Songye statues are numerous. Generally male, they stand on a circular base, have an elongated torso and hands placed on the abdomen. Their large head has a square or pointed chin, a slightly open mouth and a triangular nose. Sometimes, these statues are hung for apotropaic purposes inside houses, thanks to iron hooks passed under the arms. The large fetishes, intended to protect communities, were kept in small huts, while the smaller fetishes were reserved for individual use and protected against illness and death. Handling of these fetishes often occurred during new moon phases.
The items are sent with tracking numbers.
Delivery in France via Chronopost in 1 to 2 days. Delivery to the European Union via Chronopost International in 3 to 5 days. Delivery via Colissimo International for the rest of Europe and for the whole world.
We speak english.
Seller's Story
Passionate about World Arts and more specifically about African Art, we buy from collectors, former officials, military, health workers, public works staff who have worked in Africa and also in Côte d'Ivoire, from antique dealers and traders who roam across West Africa to find quality objects.
It is with pride that we present works that, beyond their power to beautify spaces, invite our collectors to resonate with the richness and depth of human expression through the most authentic art.
At Arts Ethniques Gallery, we have the privilege of offering our visitors an exclusive selection of artworks, all unique and original. Each piece presented is the outcome of a demanding artistic approach, driven by a singular vision and mastered craftsmanship, all elements that guarantee authenticity and value.
The works we offer are not industrial reproductions. They are individual creations, crafted with sensitivity and precision, each bearing its own story, identity and presence. Originality is the very foundation of our commitment to excellence. Thus, every mask and every statue in our collection is the subject of a rigorous selection, in order to preserve their rarity and singularity.
Acquiring a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery means owning a truly unique piece: a creation that embodies both talent, cultural memory and the expressive force of African art. It is also a lasting investment in a work whose artistic and emotional value transcends time.
We guarantee that every work leaving our gallery is an authentic piece, without replicas, bearing witness to the creativity, heritage and passion of the African artists who shaped them.
We invite you to participate in our gallery’s auctions with confidence. Each presented work is an original, unique and irreplaceable creation, selected with the greatest rigor to guarantee its authenticity and artistic value.
Whether you wish to enrich a personal collection or introduce an exceptional artwork into your space, Arts Ethniques Gallery offers a safe, transparent and professional setting to acquire remarkable pieces.
Art auctions are a privileged moment to discover rare works, capable of becoming the heart of a collection. Acquiring a work at our sales is not just buying an object: it is investing in a creation whose aesthetic value and cultural reach reinforce over time.
The pieces presented by Arts Ethniques Gallery testify not only to the talent and vision of the artists but also possess the ability to transform spaces and enrich the gaze of those who behold them.
Participating in our auctions is taking part in a singular experience, where the passion for art meets the rigors of collecting. Bidding on a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery goes beyond a simple transaction: it is a gesture of commitment and appreciation for art in its most authentic form.
We invite you to bid with passion and to join us in this adventure dedicated to discovery, transmission and celebration of art.
Perhaps your next heart piece is already waiting for you."
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Ethnic group/ culture
Songye
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Material
Wood / beads / metal nails
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Excellent condition
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