Songye Female Figure with Beads, Congo - Lot 131

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Songye Female Figure with Beads, Congo - Lot 131
Songye Female Figure with Beads, Congo A female figure carved from wood, attributed to the Songye culture. The standing figure has an elongated head with large almond-shaped eyes, a protruding mouth, and a hairstyle covered with a dark material. The prominent belly and hands resting on either side likely symbolize motherhood and fertility. The sculpture is adorned with cords, fragments of leather, and several antique glass beads in blue, gray, and white. Light brown patina with signs of wear. An old crack on the side of the head, cracks at the base, wear, and small chips. Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo Culture: Songye Period: First half of the 20th century Materials: Wood, fibers, skin, composite material, and glass beads Height: 22 cm Weight: 170 g Condition: Signs of age, cracks, small chips, and weakened repaired sections
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