Kneeling bowl bearer
R. D. Congo, Kuba
Vendu
9 000 €
Provenance
Michel Gaud, Saint Tropez, FranceTaille
H: 32 cm
H: 12.6 inch
Description
wood, shiny blackish brown patina, remains of pigments, bulging belly, scarifications marks on both sides, regular facial features with the mouth only indicated, min. dam., missing parts (base, bowl), slight traces of abrasion, base;
the broadened head and the shaved temples suggest a horned coiffure, typical for male dignitaries and for women giving birth for the first time.