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A Songye Male ‘Power’ Figure

About the Item

A Songye Male ‘Power’ Figure Open aperture to the head and stomach Fine overall patina, loss to feet Democratic Republic of Congo 19th Century Size: 23cm high - 9 ins high The Michel Gaud collection Sothebys Important African Art: ‘The Michel Gaud collection’, London, 29th November 1993, lot 132 Provenance: The Michel Gaud collection Sothebys Important African Art: ‘The Michel Gaud collection’, London, 29th November 1993, lot 132 Ex Private collection

Dimensions:
Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Wood,Hand-Carved
Place of Origin:
Congo, Democratic Republic of the
Period:
19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
19th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
London, GB
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU9363239381722

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