Animal sculpture frog "kitende" · D. R. Congo, Lega · ID: 3048972
sold
EUR 1,400
Size
L: 5,3 cm
L: 2.1 inch
Description
tooth (Hippopotamus amphibius), base
According to Biebuyck “kitende” alludes to the fact, that the great initiate is of a separate breed. He does not engage in lighthearted adventures.
Comparing literature
Biebuyck, Daniel P., Lega, Brussels 2002, p. 193, cat. 139
Notices
This object is subject to CITES. Please note that it can only be sent within the European Union. At the present time export in third countries is prohibited, respectively, export licenses in third countries for objects containing or made of protected materials are only granted under stringent conditions.