Bakongo, D.R. Congo, Central Africa: Male figure of carved and patinated wood, applied to headpiece with brass rivets. Late 18th century.
Description
Automatic translation from Danish.
Bakongo, Central Africa: Male figure of carved and patinated wood, applied to headpiece with brass rivets. Late 18th century. Eyes made of mirror glass. Neck adorned with pearl necklaces. H. 29
According to information from the family, the figure was brought back by a Danish diplomat in the last third of the 19th century. Head, chest and legs with drying cracks, the latter also with insect gnawing.
This item is part of the following auction
Auction ends: 03. May 2026 19:13
NaN seconds
Next bidDKK 3,600Incl. all fees
You can bid on the lot by either choosing the next possible bid or you can use our Max-bid service.
Read more about bidding hereYour bid
DKK 3,600
Shipping Estimate
To get a price for transport, specify the country below.