Figure féminine debout "kakungu"
R. D. Congo, Metoko
Vendu
1 600 €
Provenance
German CollectionTaille
H: 67,5 cm
H: 26.6 inch
Description
wood, base
The Metoko have different types of figures, all related to the “bukota” society, an association that played a leading role in Metoko social and political life.
“Kakungu” were used in connection with the initiation rites of boys. According to Felix, they were placed at the entrance of the “tanda”, a ritual house placed on stilts, to indicate that an initiation was in progress.