Relic figure, Kota, Gabon/Democratic Republic of the Congo, mid-20th century
Relic figure, Kota, Gabon/Democratic Republic of the Congo, mid-20th century
Carved from wood, partially clad in copper, on a pedestal, the width of the sculpture is approximately 26.5 cm, height including pedestal approximately 80 cm, height excluding pedestal approximately 74 cm. A Mbulu ngulu reliquary figure carved in wood and overlaid with textured copper. This figure is made by the Bakota people (or Kota people), a Bantu ethnic group from Gabon and Congo. The Bakota people are known for these reliquary figures, which were part of a powerful mystical order known as Bwete.
Wear due to age and use. Marks. Scratches.
Provenance
Out of this World Gallery, Kapstaden
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