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$ 500.00
Azande figure
Bongo Memorial Figure of deceased wife
Tongwe and Bende figures are rare , artistic styles related to those of the Tabwa and Bembe. their figures have shortened legs , stylized incized hands . Height : 60x15cm Material : Wood Estimated age : 1940 – 1945 Provenance : Private Collections
The large gongs were used by the Tétéla in the rituals of male secret societies, before being used as currency. .
Such boards were used in the game as mankala (or Mancala) in several African culture
Subtotal: $ 500.00
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