2910 Coney Island Ave 1st Floor Brooklyn, NY 11235 USA, United States
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A large collection of antique items combined from several NYC estates. Fine art, photographs, documents, military memorabilia, art glass, porcelain, decorative antiques, and more…
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LOT 370:
CENTRAL AFRICAN KOTA OBAMBA RELIQUARY FIGURINE
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Sold for: $60
Start price:
$
50
Estimated price :
$100 - $150
Buyer's Premium: 28%
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CENTRAL AFRICAN KOTA OBAMBA RELIQUARY FIGURINE
A Central African Kota mixed media reliquary figure from the Obamba ethnic group, the Congo region. Made of wood, brass, copper, leather strings, nails. The figure is adorned with a face under a trapeziodal forehead. Under a fine, detailed nose framed by horizontal and narrowed down copper lineage a long brass plate affixed together with a hollow mouth creates a lifely yet fearless expression. The head rests on a elongated neck decorated with a relief circle motif. Shoulders and arms are executed as a small rhompus that suggests the indictaion of a body highlighted by rows of brass nails in the front and on top. Mounted on a rectangular shaped wooden base. These objects are believed to possess spiritual power and serve as intermediaries between the physical and spiritual realms. Central African Masks, Figures, Figurines, Statues, Ethnic And Tribal Art Collectibles.
Dimensions
Overall size: H 13 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate.
Condition
Overall good condition. Refer to photos. Sold as is.
