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.
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About the lot N° 10 Title : Reliquary Guardian Figure Size : 28H x 12W x 3.5D, 30H on stand. Provenance : Private collection. Condition report : Good condition with evidence of use, wear and age. Please inspect the photos and contact us with questions prior to bidding. 500 Gallery, auctioneer, Franklin, USIt's free to register now to view! Sale title : Tribal African Art Sale date : 13 Jul 2022It's free to register now to view! Sale Reference : Live Sale