Zemanek-Münster

Small standing protective figure

R. D. Congo, Lulua
Vendu 1 000 €
Provenance
Paul Timmermans, Belgium
Taille
H: 14,5 cm
H: 5.7 inch

Description

wood, slightly encrusted brown patina, blackened in parts, the neck showing tribe-typical tattoos, crowned by a cylindrical horn, min. dam., minor missing parts (left foot tip), traces of abrasion, on base;
such small protective figures served the general well being, brought luck and beauty, should protect pregnant women and increase fertility.


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