Lot no. 73
YAKA, Democratic Republic of Congo.
Wood, plant materials, magical charges, composite materials.
Fetish statue associated with "Mbwoolo" shrines, depicting a lanky standing figure covered in accessories that reinforce its power.
First third of the 20th century.
Height: 70 cm.
Provenance: Collection of a couple of collectors, Blois. Acquired in 2004 from the Galerie Guenegaud (J.B. Philippot), 21 rue Guénégaud, Paris 6 (invoice enclosed).
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Pictures credits: Contact organization
African, American and Oceanic Art
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