Tribal Congo Art, Male Figure Sculpture, Ndengese Dengese Art, Congo African Art, Carved Wood Portrait, Vintage 1960s Art, Folk African Art

$120USD

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Good Condition having a crack on the back of the head that almost look as part of the design. This crack are completely normal in old carvings like the present item. Most of this African pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage.

The Ndengese are neighbors of the Kuba, and their figures are known for their elaborate body scarification. Ndengese are said to be from the Mongo group and claim to have been in the area before the Kuba arrived in the center of Democratic Republic of Congo (former Zaire). They share cultural and artistic similarities with the Mongo and the Kuba peoples. According to some traditions, the Ndengese are descended from the Etotoshi, oldest son of Woot, who is said to be the founder of the Kuba Kingdom. Upon the investiture of a Kuba king, the Kuba must go to the Ndengese leaders to get the sacred earth, even in modern times. The Ndengese are patrilineal. The king Etoshi is aided by a council of elders and reigns over local chiefs. His power is counterbalanced by that of the blacksmith, hunting, and secret societies. The vintage art of this nations are in danger of extinction being a unique patrimony to all Mankind.

Dimensions 11.25" x 2.3" x 2.15" inches

Approx 258 grams

I am not an expert in African Art; information here displayed may be inaccurate.

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