Standing female figure
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Lot: 313
95th Tribal Art AuctionStanding female figure
Angola, Luena (Lwena) / Chokwe
| Provenance | Size | Starting price / estimated price |
|---|---|---|
| Fily Keita, Los Angeles, USA Dutch Private Collection (2018) Jan Lundberg, Malmö, Sweden |
H: 7.5 inch | This object is not available anymore. |
wood, base
This figure is extremely finely worked and shows a beautiful rich shiny patina. The posture is striking, both arms are angled in perfect symmetry on both sides of the body. It is possible that it once formed the top of a dignitary staff.
