Grenouille "kitende" ·  R. D. Congo, Lega · ID: 3042425

Description

ivory, honey brown patina, with incised geometrical decor, pierced neck for suspension, min. dam., slight traces of abrasion, base;
depiction of “kitende”, the frog (even known as “kituku” or “nyangulanga”). The figure alludes to the fact, that the initiate is of a separate breed and should not engage in lighthearted adventures.

L’objet Grenouille “kitende” avec l’ID d’objet 3042425 a fait partie de la dernière vente aux enchères 86e vente aux enchères Tribal Art dans 27 mai 2017 le Zemanek-Münster Hôtel des ventes. L’objet portant le numéro de lot 417 a atteint un prix de vente de 3 500 €.

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Littérature comparée

Biebuyck, Daniel P., Lega, Brussels 2002, p. 193, ill. 139

Remarques

This object is subject to CITES. Please note that it can only be sent within the European Union. At the present time export in third countries is prohibited, respectively, export licenses in third countries for objects containing or made of protected materials are only granted under stringent conditions.