19th C. African DRC Effigy Figure Nude Female
Ca. 1800–2000 CE. Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ubangi region, Bwaka people, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. A finely hand carved wooden figural effigy standing on thick delineated legs, presenting a nude body. The round torso has two low relief circular nipples and narrow arms that freely rest at his sides, and around his neck are a few dozen glass beads in cobalt green, yellow, orange, and red, all strung on a cord. The rounded head is stylized with a broad noise, coffee bean eyes with indented pupils, a slightly open mouth with scarification marks around the lips, and prominent cupped ears. The coiffure consists of incised lines that create a checkerboard pattern across the top of the head. This piece is likely a protective ancestor or deity spirit, and the wood has a lovely deep espresso patina with a luster has developed across much of the surface. Size: 3" L x 2.3" W x 9.5" H (7.6 cm x 5.8 cm x 24.1 cm); 11.25" H (28.6 cm) on included custom stand. Size: 9.5" H x 3" L x 2.3" W (24.1 cm H x 7.6 cm L x 5.8 cm W); On included custom stand: 11.25" H (28.6 cm H).
Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-Jean Zimmermann collection, New York, USA
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Item #163712
Condition
Surface abrasions and chipping along legs and arms, and chips to high pointed areas. Stable cavity on top of head. Beads are intact and dark patina throughout.
Ca. 1800–2000 CE. Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ubangi region, Bwaka people, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. A finely hand carved wooden figural effigy standing on thick delineated legs, presenting a nude body. The round torso has two low relief circular nipples and narrow arms that freely rest at his sides, and around his neck are a few dozen glass beads in cobalt green, yellow, orange, and red, all strung on a cord. The rounded head is stylized with a broad noise, coffee bean eyes with indented pupils, a slightly open mouth with scarification marks around the lips, and prominent cupped ears. The coiffure consists of incised lines that create a checkerboard pattern across the top of the head. This piece is likely a protective ancestor or deity spirit, and the wood has a lovely deep espresso patina with a luster has developed across much of the surface. Size: 3" L x 2.3" W x 9.5" H (7.6 cm x 5.8 cm x 24.1 cm); 11.25" H (28.6 cm) on included custom stand. Size: 9.5" H x 3" L x 2.3" W (24.1 cm H x 7.6 cm L x 5.8 cm W); On included custom stand: 11.25" H (28.6 cm H).
Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-Jean Zimmermann collection, New York, USA
SHIPPING: We coordinate worldwide shipping in-house through specialist international forwarders experienced with fine art and antiquities customs manifests. International buyers must confirm, prior to bidding, that their country's customs authority will accept the item. All duties, taxes, clearance fees, and any costs arising from customs delays, seizures, re-export, returns, or loss in transit are the buyer's sole responsibility. Artemis assumes no liability for items refused entry, detained, or lost after export. We cannot ship ancient items to their country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.).For those not using LiveAuctioneers' Live Ship program, Artemis Fine Arts offers expert in-house packing and worldwide shipping. With over 20 years of experience, our team provides careful, reliable, and affordable service. For a quick quote on this lot, please contact support@artemisfinearts.com prior to the auction, or call 720-890-7700.
PAYMENT EXCEPTION: For clients not previously established with Artemis, payment for all gold, precious metal, and gemstone lots must be made by bank wire transfer or certified bank check/money order, without exception.
Item #163712
Condition
Surface abrasions and chipping along legs and arms, and chips to high pointed areas. Stable cavity on top of head. Beads are intact and dark patina throughout.
