Small power half-figure "kakudji"
D. R. Congo, Luba/Kasongo
not available anymore
Provenance
Günther Filla, Bochum, GermanySize
H: 10,7 cm
H: 4.2 inch
Description
wood, light and dark brown patina, remains of kaolin, fine carved facial features with skin scarifications, hole in the parting, abrasion of paint, base.
These small magical figures could be mounted on spikes or inserted in calabashs or baskets.