Zemanek-Münster

Power figure "tsiinda"

D. R. Congo, Yaka
sold EUR 600
Size
H: 54,5 cm
H: 21.5 inch

Description

wood, encrusted dark patina, remains of pigments, plant fibres, head with high towering angled headdress, min. dam., insect caused damage, cracks, abrasion of paint, base;
these figures function as protectors of boundaries, barricade against intruders, they benefit the hunt and take care for human fertility.


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