Torso - Nkanu Yaka - DR Congo

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Description from the seller

A statue that takes the form of a cylinder topped with a head. Well-preserved polychromy, with a very upturned nose. It is an object known as a torso, the body being simplified to the extreme, characteristic of Nkanu sculpture (near Yaka).

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Based in Belgium, our expertise and sales house specializes in African art and ethnography. A leading seller on Catawiki for more than 8 years, we benefit from a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a nearly 100% satisfaction rate.

We regularly assist with liquidations, successions 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 a reserve price.

Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.

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A statue that takes the form of a cylinder topped with a head. Well-preserved polychromy, with a very upturned nose. It is an object known as a torso, the body being simplified to the extreme, characteristic of Nkanu sculpture (near Yaka).

Overview of our specialist house

Based in Belgium, our expertise and sales house specializes in African art and ethnography. A leading seller on Catawiki for more than 8 years, we benefit from a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a nearly 100% satisfaction rate.

We regularly assist with liquidations, successions 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 a reserve price.

Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.

Shipping guaranteed 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
Torso
Ethnic group/ culture
Nkanu Yaka
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
55 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
BelgiumVerified
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Objects sold
96%
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