Reliquary Kota - Gabon
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The Kota mbulu-ngulu reliquary from Gabon of the Bakongo people, carved in wood and copper, dating to the late 20th century, height 46 cm, in good condition, sold with a stand.
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Origin. Gabon
Name of the tribe. Bakongo
Material. Wood and copper
Mode of shipment. Colissimo within 24-48h open after
These images present a traditional African sculpture of Kota type, more precisely a reliquary known as mbulu-ngulu
General structure: The piece features the stylized form characteristic of the Kota, composed of a prominent head, a diamond-shaped pierced body and a horizontal transversal bar at shoulder level. The whole rests on a modern black base.
The head The face is oval, slightly concave. Notable details: almond-shaped eyes, a triangular nose and a finely sculpted mouth. The forehead is adorned with a vertical line of small metallic points (upholstery nails). Above, a crescent-shaped coiffure is topped with a central element. The reverse side of the piece shows a plainer and rougher sculpture. The head presents an angular shape with marked guiding lines, and the lower part (the body) consists of two diamond-shaped segments meeting at the center, creating a hollow space.
Origin. Gabon
Name of the tribe. Bakongo
Material. Wood and copper
Mode of shipment. Colissimo within 24-48h open after
These images present a traditional African sculpture of Kota type, more precisely a reliquary known as mbulu-ngulu
General structure: The piece features the stylized form characteristic of the Kota, composed of a prominent head, a diamond-shaped pierced body and a horizontal transversal bar at shoulder level. The whole rests on a modern black base.
The head The face is oval, slightly concave. Notable details: almond-shaped eyes, a triangular nose and a finely sculpted mouth. The forehead is adorned with a vertical line of small metallic points (upholstery nails). Above, a crescent-shaped coiffure is topped with a central element. The reverse side of the piece shows a plainer and rougher sculpture. The head presents an angular shape with marked guiding lines, and the lower part (the body) consists of two diamond-shaped segments meeting at the center, creating a hollow space.
Details
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Gabon
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Copper, Wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Reliquary Kota
Height
46 cm
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