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LOT 77

Lot 77

Unidentified Life Size Male Figure, possibly Kongo Fetish Figure, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa, mid to late 20th century

Unidentified Life Size Male Figure, possibly Kongo Fetish Figure, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa, mid to late 20th century
Lot 77 Details
Unidentified Life Size Male Figure, possibly Kongo Fetish Figure, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa, mid to late 20th century

carved wood with natural pigments, wooden plugs, metal inset scarification decoration, includes stand
height 65.75 in — 167 cm

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $780
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Unidentified Life Size Male Figure, possibly Kongo Fetish Figure, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa, mid to late 20th century
  • Unidentified Life Size Male Figure, possibly Kongo Fetish Figure, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa, mid to late 20th century
  • Unidentified Life Size Male Figure, possibly Kongo Fetish Figure, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa, mid to late 20th century
  • Unidentified Life Size Male Figure, possibly Kongo Fetish Figure, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa, mid to late 20th century
  • Unidentified Life Size Male Figure, possibly Kongo Fetish Figure, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa, mid to late 20th century
  • Unidentified Life Size Male Figure, possibly Kongo Fetish Figure, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa, mid to late 20th century
  • Unidentified Life Size Male Figure, possibly Kongo Fetish Figure, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa, mid to late 20th century
Provenance:

Kaminski Auctions, Beverly, MA, United States, May, 10, 2014

https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/26451808_african-carved-warrior

CONDITION DETAILS

Left arm broken, both feet broken and repaired, other repairs, loss of wooden plugs, some dry cracks and pigment loss.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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