This statue was created in the style of the Dengese people of DRC. The figure has beautiful scarification on his body. He measures 40 inches tall, 42.5 inches including base, and weighs 26.5 pounds. There is some damage to the stand and some wear and tear throughout the piece – please inspect photos.
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Beautiful Dengese Statue 42.5″ on Base – DR Congo – African Art
Original price was: $795.00.$397.50Current price is: $397.50.
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| Type of Object | Figure, statue |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | DR Congo |
| Ethnicity | Dengese, Ndengese |
| Material | Wood, Pigment |
| Approximate Age | Unknown |
| Height (Inches) | 40" figure | 42.5" including base |
| Width (Inches) | 10" |
| Depth (Inches) | 7" |
| Weight (Pounds) | 26.5 lbs |
| Overall Condition | Damaged stand. Cracking and wear and tear. |
Tribe Information
About the Dengese People
“North of the Kuba kingdom, across the Sankuru River, the 12,000 Dengese people claim to be the indigenous population of the area. Their King, known as the Etoshi, reigns over local chiefs, who are assisted by noble men. Powerful groups such as the blacksmith, hunting and witchcraft societies counterbalance the political power of the chiefs. Dengese artists carved legless figures of the king which were believed to embody his power. A typical flared coiffure and geometric body scarifications appear on cephalomorphic scepters and drinking cups.”
Source:
Baquart, Jean-Baptiste. The Tribal Arts of Africa. New York: Thames and Hudson Inc. 1998. Print.
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