TCHOKWE, ANGOLA. - Lot 275

Lot n° 275
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TCHOKWE, ANGOLA. - Lot 275
TCHOKWE, ANGOLA. Statue of the famous King Chibinda Ilunga in wood with a beautiful brown patina, used for ritual purposes. He is standing, carrying a weapon and staff, surrounded by an animal and a small figure, both crouching at his feet. His elaborate headdress is embellished with two side masks. A remnant of organic material on the chin, probably used to attach beard hairs. Small cracks on the left cheek. First half of the 20th century. H. 36cm Provenance: Former collection of Antenor Patino (1896-1982) and Beatriz de Rivera y Digeon (1905-2009), his second wife.
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