Standing male figure
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88th Tribal Art AuctionStanding male figure
D. R. Congo, Bwaka
Provenance | Size | Starting price / estimated price |
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Pierre Dartevelle, Brussels, Belgium | H: 14.4 inch | This object is not available anymore. |
wood, brown patina, remains of red and white pigment, string of red glass beads, min. dam., small missing parts (toes), cracks, base.
Bwaka sculptures are found almost in every home as well as in many ceremonial areas.They vary in size from personal charms to almost life-sized figures.They are placed on an altar each day and offerings are made to avoid misfortune.
Pierre Dartevelle, Brussels, Belgium, 10 September 2011
Parcour des Mondes, Paris 2011