Ikhoko amulets + stands - Pende - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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Four Ikhoko bone amulets with stands from the Pende people of DR Congo, dating to the late 20th century, each about 150 mm high by 40 mm wide by 20 mm deep, in good condition.

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These 4 Ikhoko pendants were crafted by the Pende people. Most of the Pende masks are carved in the Katundu style, which is the name of the very important chiefdom of this central region. The Ikhoko are the smaller examples of this people’s masks, in wood, bone or in ivory. They are generally made as a token of thanks, when a person who was ill heals. This Eburnean tradition was only discovered within the Central Pende, specifically where the Mbuya masks of the Katundu style were crafted. The notoriety of the sculptors of the Pende people is due to the Ikhoko.
Height. between 140 and 150 mm.
Good condition, no chips or restorations.

Stands included.

Careful registered shipping.

These 4 Ikhoko pendants were crafted by the Pende people. Most of the Pende masks are carved in the Katundu style, which is the name of the very important chiefdom of this central region. The Ikhoko are the smaller examples of this people’s masks, in wood, bone or in ivory. They are generally made as a token of thanks, when a person who was ill heals. This Eburnean tradition was only discovered within the Central Pende, specifically where the Mbuya masks of the Katundu style were crafted. The notoriety of the sculptors of the Pende people is due to the Ikhoko.
Height. between 140 and 150 mm.
Good condition, no chips or restorations.

Stands included.

Careful registered shipping.

Details

Indigenous object name
Ikhoko amulets + stands
Number of objects
4
Ethnic group/ culture
Pende
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Animal bone
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Good condition
Height
150 mm
Width
40 mm
Depth
20 mm
The NetherlandsVerified
5090
Objects sold
99.16%
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