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Lega Democratic Republic of the Congo An “isengo” ivory initiation statuette—that is, one consecrated through use within the Bwami society. In a rare style, it features a double Janus-like appearance at the upper head and on the shoulders. The eyes are rendered in the dot-and-circle style common in Lega sculpture. Beautiful honey-colored patina. Crack and fissures H. 12.8 cm
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Arts of Africa and OceaniaAuction house
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