Petite figure féminine
R. D. Congo, Bembe
Vendu
1 500 €
Provenance
H.K. Galerie, St. Gallen, SwitzerlandTaille
H: 14,5 cm
H: 5.7 inch
Description
wood, white miniature glass beads, base
The opening on the back was used by the “nganga” to give vital force to the figure, afterwards it was filled with magical material “bilongo”. Afterwards the opening was closed by a piece of fabric or a plug.