KUYU - Puppet head kebe kebe Congo, mid-20th century, Marote Kebe Kebe, wood wit…

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KUYU - Puppet head kebe kebe Congo, mid-20th century, Marote Kebe Kebe, wood with polychrome decoration. Signs of use, small defects Dim: 23cm.

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KUYU - Puppet head kebe kebe Congo, mid-20th century, Marote Kebe Kebe, wood with polychrome decoration. Signs of use, small defects Dim: 23cm.

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KUYU, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Wood, polychrome natural pigments. Beautiful early model of the "Kebe Kebe" marotte, used for dancing and playing an important role in "Djo" initiation ceremonies (cult of the great serpent). 1st half of the 20th century. Height: 36 cm (without base). Provenance: Belgian private collection.

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