Dimitri André

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A rare textile fetish, with details on the torso recalling the classic scarifications of the Bwende. These 'dolls' could reach large sizes and were displayed at certain ceremonies. Somewhat obscure and little sought-after, they occupy a prominent place in museums and major private collections, taking into account the fragility of the materials, which has impeded proper preservation. Dimensions: 44 x 28 x 22 cm.

Raro fetiche en textiles, con los detalles en el torso recordando las escarificaciones clásicas de los Bwende.
Estos "muñecos" podían alcanzar grandes dimensiones y se exponían en determinadas ceremonias. Algo desconocidos y poco buscados, ocupan un lugar destacado en Museos y grandes colecciones privadas, téngase en cuenta la fragilidad de los materiales, lo cual ha evitado la buena conservación.
Medidas: 44 x 28 x 22 cm.

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Bwende - DR Congo

Mid 20th century - Textiles - Good condition

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PRIMITIVE ART IN GENERAL, ESPECIALLY AFRICAN. ORIGINATING FROM PRIVATE COLLECTIONS OR ACQUIRED AT PROFESSIONAL GALLERIES OR INTERNATIONAL AUCTIONS.

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Bwende textile fetish from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, mid-20th century, from a private collection, original, 44 × 28 × 22 cm, in good condition.

Bwende - DR Congo

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Bwende textile fetish from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, mid-20th century, from a private collection, original, 44 × 28 × 22 cm, in good condition.

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