Kneeling power figure
R. D. Congo, Nsapo-Nsapo
Vendu
450 €
Provenance
Peter Loebarth, Hameln, GermanyWolfgang Nerlich, Munich, Germany
Taille
H: 11 cm
H: 4.3 inch
Description
wood, partly encrusted brown patina, remains of kaolin, hole on the head containing magical mass, min. dam., slight traces of abrasion;
Nsapo art combines several different styles, adopted when detached from their own traditions and came under new cultural influences. Their sculpture combines Lulua, Luba and Songe elements.