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ANIMAL FIGURES MUGUGUNDU LEGA

Within the Lega, figurines that depict animals are called Mugugundu.

In this case it would specifically be a Mugugundu Lungaga antelope or a pangolin.

There are also particular figures that are called "Myangulanda," such as the Kitende or Kituku frogs.

These objects are the exclusive property of high-ranking Bwami officials.

This figurine clearly shows an old patina and a beautiful geometric appearance.

DIERENBEELDJE MUGUGUNDU LEGA

Binnen de Lega worden beeldjes die dieren voorstellen Mugugundu genoemd.

In dit geval zou het specifiek een Mugugundu Lungaga-antilope of een schubdier kunnen zijn.

Er zijn ook specifieke afbeeldingen die "Myangulanda" worden genoemd, zoals de Kitende- of Kituku-kikkers.

Deze objecten zijn het exclusieve eigendom van hooggeplaatste functionarissen van de Bwami.

Dit beeldje heeft duidelijk een oude patina en een prachtige geometrische uitstraling.

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MUGUGUNDU - League - DR Congo

Mid 20th century - Wood - Good condition

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Wooden Mugugundu animal figure of the Lega from the DR Congo, dating to the mid-20th century, with the indigenous name Mugugundu and provenance linked to Bwami officials, measuring 15 cm high by 35 cm wide, in good condition and renovated original.

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Wooden Mugugundu animal figure of the Lega from the DR Congo, dating to the mid-20th century, with the indigenous name Mugugundu and provenance linked to Bwami officials, measuring 15 cm high by 35 cm wide, in good condition and renovated original.

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