DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO - ITURI People Ceremonial statue representing a man of high rank The back is hollowed out with a cavity for offerings The heart-shaped face receives metal teeth at the mouth Torso decorated with black and red geometric figures. The nipples are represented by two wooden pegs Erosion and cracks H. 106 cm Consultant : Jean-Pierre LACOSTE 06 61 43 63 46 - [email protected] The withdrawal of the lots will be done by appointment only on Friday October 14, 2022 in Paris XVth (Métro Convention) [The exact address will be communicated to you after full payment of the slip, when making the appointment]

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