Power half figure ·  D. R. Congo, Tetela · ID: 3037177

Description

wood, black patina, two strings of glass beads, crudly carved angular forms, strong neck, flat face with projecting chin, the eyes originally provided with inlay (shell), hole in the head for insertion of magical materials, slightly dam., cracks (head, back, base), abrasion of paint;
the Tetela are a group of disparate peoples who had a common ancestor. Thus, it is not surprising that their sculpture reflects different sources of inspiration, borrowed from different neighbouring groups. Statuary of the south emulates or interprets styles of the northern Songe. Present figure reminding of the “nkisi” figures of the Songe.

The object Power half figure with the object ID 3037177 was part of the auction 77th tribal art auction on June 28, 2014. The object with the lot number 527 achieved a sales price of EUR 1,800 with an asking price of EUR 1,500.

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