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Figure anthropomorphe "yanda"

R. D. Congo, Azandé

Provenance Taille Prix d’appel / Prix d'Estimation
H: 25 cm Cet objet n’est plus disponible.

wood, base

The best known sculpture of the Zande are the "yanda" cult figures of the "mani" secret society. These spirits protect against disease, infertility, and sorcery, as well as provide luck in hunting.