Beautifull terracotta jar figure from the MANGBETU people of DR Congo. Destined to collect palm wine, with its long skull, its high fan-shaped hairstyle displays the ideal of MANGBETU beauty. Very complete jar with lots of detailed presentations on the terracotta jar. Good condition with traces of wear and tear.
Provenance: Manfred Schäfer collection, ex- gallery owner from Ulm, Germany.
| Object |
Jar |
| Ethnic group: |
Mangbetu |
| Country: |
DR Congo |
| Material: |
Terracotta |
| Estimated period: |
Mid 20th century |
| Sold with stand: |
No |
| Dimensions: |
55x26x24 cm |
| Weight: |
5000 gram |
| Condition: |
Good condition, used with some signs of wear |
Mask - Wood, Raphia - Aduma - Gabon
