Fetish figure - Yaka - Congo

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Yaka wooden fetish sculpture from Congo, dating to around 1940–1950, provenance Belgian private collection, dimensions 12 × 12 × 57 cm, in good condition with age-related wear and stains, sold without a stand.

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Very beautiful large Yaka fetish in the shape of a carved wooden post
Provenance: private Belgian collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity

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 Yaka fetish in the shape of a carved wooden post
Provenance: private Belgian collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity

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
Yaka
Height
57 cm
Width
12 cm
Sold with stand
No
Depth
12 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1940-1950, 1950-1960
BelgiumVerified
8591
Objects sold
98.64%
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