Democratic Republic of Congo (formerly Zaire), Lega People, Bwami Society, Mid-20th Century, Old Katanda Anthropomorphic Fetish with Shiny Patina

DRC (formerly Zaire) Lega People, Bwami Society Mid-20th century Wood with old shiny patina Small lack of right foot and signs of use 3.3 x 17 cm excluding base Private collection The statuette represents a male figure standing on powerful legs. The body has a swollen abdomen, bent arms, pointing upwards, hands positioned on the ears (a sign of repentance or wisdom). The heart-shaped face, classic of Lega culture, the eyes in the shape of coffee beans framing a long thin nose overhanging an open mouth with thick lips, the oblong skull.

Dimensions :
- Height : 17 cm hors socle cm
- Width : 3.3 cm hors socle cm