Oracle Kashekesheke - Songye - DR Congo
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This 24 cm Songye Kashekesheke oracle from the Democratic Republic of the Congo dates to the mid-20th century and comes from a private collection; its hollow body consists of two wooden arches, and its eyes are inlaid with cowrie shells.
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Description from the seller
Superb Songye oracle from a private Belgian collection.
The body is hollowed out, consisting of two wooden arches.
The head is perfectly typified Songye, as can be observed on other objects including nkishi fetishes.
The eyes are also inlaid with cowries.
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Superb Songye oracle from a private Belgian collection.
The body is hollowed out, consisting of two wooden arches.
The head is perfectly typified Songye, as can be observed on other objects including nkishi fetishes.
The eyes are also inlaid with cowries.
Presentation of our house of expertise
Based in Belgium, our expertise and sales house specializes in African and ethnographic art. A leading seller on Catawiki for more than 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with an almost 100% customer 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 many sales often offered without reserve prices.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
Please verify the condition of the objects in the photos before placing a bid.
Height is provided as an indication and does not bind the seller to any possible discrepancy.
Shipping insured within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance, and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for additional information.
Details
Indigenous object name
Oracle Kashekesheke
Ethnic group/ culture
Songye
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
24 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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