Description : Kota People, Gabon: Reliquary Guardian Figure. Brass, copper and iron over a wooden substructure. This form is one of the variants found in the southern Kota group, the Obama. Early/Mid 20th century. The sculpture is attached to a display base, as shown in the photographs.
A comparable figures are shown in African Art In American Collections, Schiffer, pages 337-339, figures 876 thru 872.
Dimensions: 28H x 12W x 3.5D, 30H on stand. (inches)
Provenance: Private collection.
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About the lot N° 43 Title : Reliquary Guardian Figure Size : Dimensions: 28H x 12W x 3.5D, 30H on stand. (inches) Condition report : Good condition.
Note: Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot. 500 Gallery, auctioneer, Franklin, USIt's free to register now to view! Sale title : African Collection Sale date : 26 Dec 2020It's free to register now to view! Sale Reference : Live Sale