Lot 226: A fine Songye personal fetish figure

People: Songye
DR Congo
H: 14 3/4"
Carved with rounded head and large horn rising at apex, the powerful face with three oxidized strips of copper; the neck with iron ring and the abdomen pierced for further insertion of magical ingredients. The rounded belly above bent legs, on an integral base. Fine surface. On a custom mount.

Provenance:
Michael Wyman, Chicago

Price Realized: $600

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