Rare anthropomorphic Lobala statue - Early 20th century - DR Congo

Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Tribe name: LOBALA or BONDJO
Material: Forged iron - Brass
Dimensions (mm): 535x117x160
Weight (g): 553
Shipping method: Chronopost + Insurance

Very rare anthropomorphic statue from the Lobala clan. In perfect condition. Cleaned by my own hand through electrolysis. A process that does not affect the metal but frees it from all oxidation. It should be noted that African ethnic groups understood the influence of humidity on iron and, as a result, protected their objects with animal fat.

IMPORTANT FOR U.S. BIDDERS
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Thank you to our American friends for refraining from bidding on my items until relations between our governments return to normal.