Ancestor figure - Suku - Congo (No reserve price)

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Dimitri André
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

Estimate  € 130 - € 200
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Description from the seller

Figure from the Suku tribe of DR Congo. The majority of Suku figures were associated with Mbwoolo shrines. TSuku figures are multi-functional and sometimes have contradictory roles, for example, they were used to heal and to cause illness. Good condition with a powerfull appearance,

Tracking number will be provided. May as well be viewed or picked up at our gallery in Vessem (NL).


Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Figure from the Suku tribe of DR Congo. The majority of Suku figures were associated with Mbwoolo shrines. TSuku figures are multi-functional and sometimes have contradictory roles, for example, they were used to heal and to cause illness. Good condition with a powerfull appearance,

Tracking number will be provided. May as well be viewed or picked up at our gallery in Vessem (NL).


Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
300 g
Material
Wood
Country of Origin
Congo
Ethnic group/ culture
Suku
Height
22 cm
Width
8 cm
Sold with stand
No
Depth
7 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated Period
Second half 20th century
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Objects sold
100%
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