Bakota - Gabon

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Bakota/Bwiti reliquary figure from Gabon, created in the Bakota culture, provenance Veilinghuis, carved from wood with copper and brass details, 55 cm high, 25 cm wide, 4 cm deep, weight about 1 kg, sold with stand, in excellent condition, replica.

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Impressive handmade Bakota/Bwiti reliquary figure inspired by the traditional art of Gabon. This decorative object combines wood with copper and brass details and possesses the characteristic geometric design for which Bakota art is valued worldwide.

The stylized facial features, symmetrical composition and warm metal patina give the piece a strong visual presence. Highly suitable as a collector's item or as a special decorative art object in a modern, tribal or eclectic interior.

Description
Bakota reliquary figures were traditionally used within spiritual and ancestral rituals in Central Africa. This specimen is executed in the recognizable geometric style with metal cladding and carefully crafted details.
Beautiful decorative object with authentic ethnic appearance and fine finish.

Condition
In very good overall condition with normal signs of use and age appropriate to the object.

Shipping
Carefully packed and insured, shipped with tracking code.

Impressive handmade Bakota/Bwiti reliquary figure inspired by the traditional art of Gabon. This decorative object combines wood with copper and brass details and possesses the characteristic geometric design for which Bakota art is valued worldwide.

The stylized facial features, symmetrical composition and warm metal patina give the piece a strong visual presence. Highly suitable as a collector's item or as a special decorative art object in a modern, tribal or eclectic interior.

Description
Bakota reliquary figures were traditionally used within spiritual and ancestral rituals in Central Africa. This specimen is executed in the recognizable geometric style with metal cladding and carefully crafted details.
Beautiful decorative object with authentic ethnic appearance and fine finish.

Condition
In very good overall condition with normal signs of use and age appropriate to the object.

Shipping
Carefully packed and insured, shipped with tracking code.

Details

Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Bakota
Country of Origin
Gabon
Material
Brass, Copper, Wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
55 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
4 cm
Weight
1 kg
Provenance
Auction house
Authenticity
Reproduction/replica
Sold by
BelgiumVerified
1
Object sold
Private

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