Une figure fétiche Songye congolaise debout, 20e siècle Figure de sorcier Songye masculine avec couronne de plumes en bois recouvert de cuir. Riche parure de perles d'os, de cauris, de plaques de laiton, de clous de fer et de cornes d'animaux. Une jupe en peau de bête entoure la hanche, des sacs de médecine et des clochettes sont suspendus à la ceinture. Le goulot de la bouteille est cassé et joint à la figurine. Hauteur env. 103 cm. Condition : II - III

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