Consulter la cote et le prix de Lega Bwami Hat With Horn And Shells Buttons Congo, mid 20th century

Description : Additional Information: This is a traditional conical Lega hat. The frame in made of vegetal fibres using basketry techniques. The surface is decorated with , mussel shells. A ,horn is placed on the top of the hat, the hat is covered with dried seeds found locally. And strap is decorated with imported ,buttons. , Lega hats such as this reveal status among the Bwami secret society which governs most of Lega life. Animals are important in Bwami symbolism, and elephant, pangolin, and hornbill all represent different levels of Bwami. For a fascinating article with numerous examples, see Elizabeth Cameron's article on Lega Hats in Arnoldi and Kreamer's CROWNING ACHIEVEMENTS-AFRICAN ARTS OF DRESSING THE HEAD
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Estimations(basse-haute) : 650 USD-750 USD 🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.

À propos du lot n° 100083
Titre : Lega Bwami Hat With Horn And Shells Buttons Congo, PÉRIODE : mid 20th century
Medium : vegetal fibers, dried seeds, Horn , buttons, cloth (cotton?)
Dimensions : 10 inches tall x 7.5 inches Diam .
Condition report : Fair to Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. some mussels shells broken. broken strands of fiber.
Africa Direct, Salle de vente , Denver, US 🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.
Titre de la vente : Africa Art, Mask, Baskets, Statues and more
Date de la vente : 27/11/2016 🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.
Référence de l'enchère : Live Sale

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