Male ancestor figure
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Lot: 314
96th AuctionMale ancestor figure
D. R. Congo, Luba / Hemba
| Provenance | Size | Starting price / estimated price |
|---|---|---|
| Old British Collection (coll. in the 1960s / 70s) | H: 22.4 inch |
3000 EUR
plus 23 % commission, VAT, transport and insurance |
wood,
This sculpture shows the posture and physiognomy characteristic for ancestor figures of the Congo region.
Its simplified, rather coarse formal language, together with asymmetrical moments, creates a highly expressive overall effect.
Traces of a sticky black sacrificial patina at the head but also on the body indicate a rich use of the figure in the cult.
