Figure - Bakongo - Congo
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Selected by Dimitri André
Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.
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Bakongo wooden zoomorphic fetish from Congo, dating to roughly 1940–1960, from a Belgian private collection with a certificate of authenticity, in good condition with age-related wear and stains, 38 cm high, 10 cm wide, 12 cm deep, one object.
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Description from the seller
Very beautiful Bakongo zoomorphic wooden fetish
Provenance: private Belgian collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Seller's Story
Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects.
Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
Translated by Google TranslateVery beautiful Bakongo zoomorphic wooden fetish
Provenance: private Belgian collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Seller's Story
Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects.
Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Congo
Material
Wood
Ethnic group/culture
Bakongo
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
38 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
12 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950, 1950-1960
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