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Description : Additional Information: An interesting and extremely unique Lega carving with wonderful age. , Lega sculptures are usually carved in a highly distinctive style, with a heart-shaped concave face with a slightly bulging forehead, slit &lsquo,coffee-bean&rsquo, or tubular eyes, a nose with a beak-like base, and an open mouth showing teeth. Figures may be covered completely in white clay called &lsquo,pembe&rsquo, or simply as in this figure have the face highlighted through the use of coloring material. , , Such Janus figures were used during the initiation of Bwami society , members, along with other figures and masks.  , Among the Lega people of the Democratic Republic of Congo carved wooden figures are used during ceremonies of the Bwami Society, an initiation, and instructional society that governs and advises on moral and ethical conduct. The complex system of instruction, initiation, and advancement for both men and women in the Bwami society uses masks and figures to document the various levels of Bwami and to serve as badges validating the initiate&rsquo,s knowledge of the secrets of Bwami and of their rank. Without knowing the exact circumstance and owner of a figure by Lega men or women it is difficult to determine their specific name or use as individuals will commission a sculpture for particular rituals or as badges of specific office or level attained in the Bwami society. Recommended Reading: Biebuyck, Daniel, Lega Culture, Art, Initiation, and Moral Philosophy among a Central African People. 1973 Cameron, E. L. Art of the Lega, 2001. , Cornet's A SURVEY OF ZAIRIAN ART_THE BRONSON COLLECTION.  ,
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À propos du lot n° 102817
Titre : Lega Zigzag Miniature Figure, PÉRIODE : Early 20th century
Medium : Wood, pigment
Dimensions : 9.25 inches tall x 2.75 inches wide
Condition report : Good to Great. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.   Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use.  We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings.  Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. worn patina, general wear, see pictures for details.
Africa Direct, Salle de vente , Denver, US 🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.
Titre de la vente : Africa Art, Mask, Baskets, Statues and more
Date de la vente : 27/11/2016 🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.
Référence de l'enchère : Live Sale

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