SKU: 149505
Songola Figure on Custom Base Congo
Height: 19
Width: 5
Depth: 3.5
Width: 5
Depth: 3.5
$290.00
Description
This carving was hand-crafted by the Songola people of Congo. It has intricate skirt design and is adorned with metal. It comes with attached based. Please see pictures for more detail.
The Songola people have a rich artistic tradition of carving wood figures for their ceremonies. Some of these sculptures were reserved for the Songola high-ranking officials of the Bwami Society. Mixed by marriage with the Lega, Ngengele, and Zimba, the Songola are governed by the elders of their lineage. While the Songola people engage in wood carving, most of the objects associated with the Bwami cult come from the Lega people.
Height (In) - 19
Width (In) - 5
Depth (In) - 3.5
149505
Approximate Age: 20th Century
People: Songola
Country of Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Material
Material: Wood, metal
Condition
Damage/Repair: Chips on back and surface wear, some paint.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.