Lot 255: A Fine Kasai Prestige adze

A Fine Kasai Prestige adze, Kasai ; D.R. Congo

Of classical form, the adze with large carved hard to top with high 'bun' coif, the face with simple but elegant features, the blade coming from the mouth and long with fine patina. The handle with glossy surface. A lovely example. H. 20 1/4"

Comments:
Property from a New York Estate

Provenance:
Alfred Schienberg, 1971, The Gallery of African Art. NY

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