Figure - Bakongo - Congo (No reserve price)
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Wooden sculpture of a Catholic Madonna of Bakongo culture from Congo, dating to 1940–1950, 48 cm high and 12 cm deep by 12 cm wide, in good condition with some wear and age-related marks, provenance private Belgian collection, sold with certificate of authenticity.
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Very beautiful wooden sculpture of a Catholic Madonna of Bakongo culture.
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.
Translated by Google TranslateVery beautiful wooden sculpture of a Catholic Madonna of Bakongo culture.
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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Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Congo
Material
Wood
Ethnic group/culture
Bakongo
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
48 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
12 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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