Figur - Songye - DR Congo (No reserve price)
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Estimate € 180 - € 220
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Figur, a wooden standing figure of the Songye from the DR Congo, provenance Private collection, height 22 cm, width 9 cm, depth 7 cm, sold with a stand, authenticity Original/official, in fair condition.
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Description from the seller
African Wooden Figure
Possible from the Congo Region
22 cm
Hand-carved figure depicting a standing human character with an elongated neck, expressive facial features and a compact, stylised body.
The figure displays a dark, aged patina with areas of lighter brown where the wood has worn over time.
The simplified geometric forms, prominent facial features and robust carving give the sculpture a distinctive traditional African appearance.
The surface shows visible signs of age and use, including cracks, abrasions and losses consistent with its worn condition.
The figure may originate from the Congo region of Central Africa.
A specific ethnic attribution or identification as a ritual object, such as a Nkisi, cannot be confirmed.
Condition: Aged and heavily worn, with surface erosion, cracks and areas of damage.
Please refer to the photographs for a detailed impression of the condition.
Dimensions: Approximately 22 cm in height.
Material: Wood.
An interesting piece for collectors of African tribal art and ethnographic wooden sculpture.
African Wooden Figure
Possible from the Congo Region
22 cm
Hand-carved figure depicting a standing human character with an elongated neck, expressive facial features and a compact, stylised body.
The figure displays a dark, aged patina with areas of lighter brown where the wood has worn over time.
The simplified geometric forms, prominent facial features and robust carving give the sculpture a distinctive traditional African appearance.
The surface shows visible signs of age and use, including cracks, abrasions and losses consistent with its worn condition.
The figure may originate from the Congo region of Central Africa.
A specific ethnic attribution or identification as a ritual object, such as a Nkisi, cannot be confirmed.
Condition: Aged and heavily worn, with surface erosion, cracks and areas of damage.
Please refer to the photographs for a detailed impression of the condition.
Dimensions: Approximately 22 cm in height.
Material: Wood.
An interesting piece for collectors of African tribal art and ethnographic wooden sculpture.
Details
Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Songye
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Fair condition
Title of artwork
Figur
Height
22 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
7 cm
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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