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This is the rating and price for Mangbetu Figurative Vessel, Mid 20th century



Description : A charming smiling Mangbetu terracotta clay pot, perhaps a water jug, from the DRC , CONGO, Central Africa. Showing some age and handling, appears to be overall intact and Measures approx 12.5 inches tall. The small display ring is not included. Mangbetu aristocrats surrounded themselves with a wide variety of finely crafted utilitarian objects--boxes, jars, stools, musical instruments, and weapons. A distinctive tradition of anthropomorphic sculpture associated with Mangbetu culture developed about 1900. Although such forms predate the colonial presence, European patrons greatly expanded the demand for them. These works show the elaborate reed-reinforced coiffures and elongated heads once common among the Mangbetu, who in the past shaped infants' skulls by gentle pressure. A wonderful collectible example and fantastic decor piece ~ what a beauty!
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Estimate (low-high) : 100 USD-300 USD It's free to register now to view!

About the lot N° 25
Title : Mangbetu Figurative Vessel, Period : Mid 20th century
Size : 12.5 inches tall
Provenance : Private Philadelphia collection since the 1980's
Condition report : Good
Tribal Gatherings, auctioneer, Brigantine, US It's free to register now to view!
Sale title : Ethnic Splendors : African, Asian , South And Central American Art, Textiles and Ceramics
Sale date : 23 Apr 2016 It's free to register now to view!
Sale Reference : Live Sale

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