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A Songye Power Figure From Congo

Origin

United States

Period

1950-1979

Materials

wood

Dimensions

W.	6 in;	H.	19 in;	D.	6 in;
W.	15.24 cm;	H.	48.26 cm;	D.	15.24 cm;

Condition

Good. Tribal art. Surface wear and accumulations, some losses of the feathers.

Creation Date

mid-20th century

Description

A Songye Power figure displayed on stand, from the Democratic Republic of Congo, likely mid 20th century. The statue displays a good amount of patina and age. Eyes are inlaid with a zinc-like metal and nose with a brass plate, inset with small discs all over the bodies and decorated with feathers. The neck is coiled and pasted with a substance. It appears to be an authentic piece collected from the field and used as a small personal ritual item, but it is not clear of its provenance as an estate found.
It is 17 inch high without the base.

Styles / Movements

African, Traditional, Tribal

Incollect Reference Number

284275