Gabon, Fang
Gabon, Fang
Reliquary head Carved wood and metal; stylized round eyes; mouth slightly open, revealing a row of teeth; stylized headdress ending in braids; pierced ears adorned with earrings. H. 33 cm Condition report: Cracks and damage at the base. The Byeri refers to the box that each family owned to house the relics of their ancestors; it is often topped with a statuette or a head.
Gabon, Fang
Reliquary head Carved wood and metal; stylized round eyes; mouth slightly open, revealing a row of teeth; stylized headdress ending in braids; pierced ears adorned with earrings. H. 33 cm Condition report: Cracks and damage at the base. The Byeri refers to the box that each family owned to house the relics of their ancestors; it is often topped with a statuette or a head.
