Fang - Equatorial Guinea
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Description from the seller
The Fang culture is easily recognizable in many typical phenomena found everywhere this ethnic group has settled in Central Africa, in the three republics of Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, and Cameroon. Among these are the epic tale of the Mvet and all the cultural dances that result from it, the fundamental cult of ancestors celebrated with the sound of xylophones, and finally the matrimonial regime of exogamy, which consists of seeking a husband or wife outside one’s own clan. These cultural peculiarities radically characterize the Fang culture in the Bantu era that it has invaded since the 15th and 16th centuries.
Provenance:
Galería Raquel Montagut, Barcelona
Argiles Collection, Barcelona
#afrohemian26
Seller's Story
Montagut Gallery
Gallery specializing in African tribal art
Montagut Gallery is a gallery specializing in African tribal art, a space devoted to exploring and celebrating the rich artistic heritage of the African continent. Founded in 1990 in Barcelona, the gallery has been a beacon for lovers of tribal art, thanks to the drive and passion of Guilhem Montagut.
Guided by his deep interest in tribal art, Guilhem Montagut immersed himself in this fascinating world through the influence of Rachel Montagut, pioneer and visionary in the world of African tribal art, founder and prominent gallerist. Since then, the gallery has remained true to its mission of spreading the beauty and importance of African art on the international art scene.
Montagut Gallery’s presence extends beyond the borders of Barcelona, actively participating in world-renowned fairs such as TEFAF Maastricht, Brafa Art Fair, Paris Tribal, Parcours des Mondes, and FAB.
The gallery is dedicated to organizing multidisciplinary exhibitions that dialogue and juxtapose African art with other artistic languages, creating a space for cultural exchange and reflection. Its aim is to raise awareness and help people understand that African art is not only a unique cultural expression but also an integral and indispensable part of the world’s art history heritage.
Translated by Google TranslateThe Fang culture is easily recognizable in many typical phenomena found everywhere this ethnic group has settled in Central Africa, in the three republics of Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, and Cameroon. Among these are the epic tale of the Mvet and all the cultural dances that result from it, the fundamental cult of ancestors celebrated with the sound of xylophones, and finally the matrimonial regime of exogamy, which consists of seeking a husband or wife outside one’s own clan. These cultural peculiarities radically characterize the Fang culture in the Bantu era that it has invaded since the 15th and 16th centuries.
Provenance:
Galería Raquel Montagut, Barcelona
Argiles Collection, Barcelona
#afrohemian26
Seller's Story
Montagut Gallery
Gallery specializing in African tribal art
Montagut Gallery is a gallery specializing in African tribal art, a space devoted to exploring and celebrating the rich artistic heritage of the African continent. Founded in 1990 in Barcelona, the gallery has been a beacon for lovers of tribal art, thanks to the drive and passion of Guilhem Montagut.
Guided by his deep interest in tribal art, Guilhem Montagut immersed himself in this fascinating world through the influence of Rachel Montagut, pioneer and visionary in the world of African tribal art, founder and prominent gallerist. Since then, the gallery has remained true to its mission of spreading the beauty and importance of African art on the international art scene.
Montagut Gallery’s presence extends beyond the borders of Barcelona, actively participating in world-renowned fairs such as TEFAF Maastricht, Brafa Art Fair, Paris Tribal, Parcours des Mondes, and FAB.
The gallery is dedicated to organizing multidisciplinary exhibitions that dialogue and juxtapose African art with other artistic languages, creating a space for cultural exchange and reflection. Its aim is to raise awareness and help people understand that African art is not only a unique cultural expression but also an integral and indispensable part of the world’s art history heritage.
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Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Fang
Country of Origin
Equatorial Guinea
Material
wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Fair condition
Height
38 cm
Width
17 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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