This statue was crafted in the style of the Dengese people of Democratic Republic of Congo. The figure was beautifully carved with intricate scarification marks throughout and comes attached to a custom base for easy display. The bottom half of the left arm has broken off and there is some cracking, scuffing and general wear and tear throughout. Please inspect photos carefully.
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Dengese Style Male Statue on Custom Base 18.5″ DRC – African Art
Original price was: $375.00.$187.50Current price is: $187.50.
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| Type of Object | Figure, statue |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | DR Congo |
| Ethnicity | Dengese, Ndengese |
| Material | Wood, Pigment |
| Approximate Age | Unknown |
| Height | 18.5" |
| Width | 5" |
| Depth | 5" |
| Weight | 4 lbs |
| Overall Condition | Left arm broken. Cracking, scuffing and wear and tear throughout. |
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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