Ngbaka figure, DR Congo, first half 20th century - Lot 61

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400 - 700 EUR
Ngbaka figure, DR Congo, first half 20th century - Lot 61
Ngbaka figure, DR Congo, first half 20th century Anthropomorphic Ngbaka sculpture representing a standing female figure of stylized proportions, characterized by a voluminous head with faceted skull and expressive face with circular incised eyes, triangular nose and mouth marked with red pigment; the cylindrical neck supports a narrow torso with indicated chest and prominent abdomen; the arms are placed alongside the body with hands sculpted in slight relief, the powerful legs resting on wide feet ensuring the figure's stability; the surface shows a dark brown patina with traces of use and age; old repair visible on the right arm. Details: Height: 29 cm - Weight: 410 g - First half of the 20th century - Old break on the right arm.
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