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Fetish - Horn, Wood - Songye - Congo DRC

Fetish - Horn, Wood - Songye - Congo DRC
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Description
Fetish - Horn, Wood - Songye - Congo DRC
Mid 20th century - Good condition, used with some signs of wear

These protective fetishes destined to habitats are among the most popular in Africa. Playing the role of mediums between Men and Gods. Items of bigger sizes are collective properties of a whole village while the smaller sizes usually belong to a family or an individual.

Provenance: former private Belgian collection

Shipping: DHL/DHL Express

Lot details
Object
Fetish
Ethnic group/ culture
Songye
Region/ country
Congo DRC
Material
Horn, Wood
Period
Mid 20th century
Condition
Good condition, used with some signs of wear
Sold with stand
Yes
Dimensions
67×17×16 cm
Weight
4234 g
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