Anthropomorphic figure "iginga"
D. R. Congo, Lega
not available anymore
Size
H: 10,8 cm
H: 4.3 inch
Description
ivory, pigments, rest., base
These small figurines, which can be made of bone or ivory, belong to “bwami” members who have already attained the associations highest rank.
The figures may act as signifiers of rank, marks of identity, or commemorations of ancestors. They also possess medicinal powers. They may be rubbed with sandpaper, producing a powder that may be used as a medicine.
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.