Statue - The League - DR Congo
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Description from the seller
Excellent Lega statue used during Bwami rites. Its head is directly attached to the legs, lacking arms and a true torso. Lega African art is particularly appreciated for its graphic treatment of masks and statues, sometimes surreal. Objects of this type served as didactic supports within the framework of initiation rites.
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Based in Belgium, our expert appraisal and sales house specializes in African and ethnographic art. A leading seller on Catawiki for more than 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a customer satisfaction rate close to 100%.
We regularly assist with liquidations, estates, and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with sales often offered without reserve.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
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Excellent Lega statue used during Bwami rites. Its head is directly attached to the legs, lacking arms and a true torso. Lega African art is particularly appreciated for its graphic treatment of masks and statues, sometimes surreal. Objects of this type served as didactic supports within the framework of initiation rites.
About our expert house
Based in Belgium, our expert appraisal and sales house specializes in African and ethnographic art. A leading seller on Catawiki for more than 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a customer satisfaction rate close to 100%.
We regularly assist with liquidations, estates, and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with sales often offered without reserve.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
Shipping within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for further information.
Details
Indigenous object name
Statue
Ethnic group/ culture
The League
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
25 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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