Zemanek-Münster

Standing female figure with receptacle on the head

D. R. Congo, Yaka
not available anymore
Provenance
Jean-Marc Desaive, Soumagne, Belgium
Size
H: 18,5 cm
H: 7.3 inch

Description

wood, reddish brown patina, elaborate carved, head with plug-like projecting ears and peculiar grid-like mouth situated at the neck, the funnel-shaped headcrest is hollowed and lockable by a bamboo stopper, attached by leather strap and copper wire), socle;
figures like the pesent served as containers for magical substances exercised by the experts against illness, to avenge sorcery and for supernatural assistance in hunting.


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