A Punu or Tsogho female figure.
![A Punu or Tsogho female figure. - Tribal Art A Punu or Tsogho female figure. - Tribal Art](/fileadmin/lot-images/39T211004/normal/a-punu-or-tsogho-female-figure-7342750.jpg)
Gabon. Early 20th century. 40 cm. These figures were used by the'nganga Kosi', ritual specialist. The polychrome, the coiffure and solemn facial expressions reflect the Punu, Tsogho and Loumbo esthetic standards. This figure's beauty was considered a baited'trap' for wrongdoers by the Kosi. (VJ)
Provenance:
Important French collection.
Specialist: Joris Visser
Joris Visser
+32-2-514 00 34
Joris.Visser@dorotheum.com
04.10.2021 - 15:10
- Estimate:
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EUR 3,800.- to EUR 4,000.-
- Starting bid:
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EUR 3,400.-
A Punu or Tsogho female figure.
Gabon. Early 20th century. 40 cm. These figures were used by the'nganga Kosi', ritual specialist. The polychrome, the coiffure and solemn facial expressions reflect the Punu, Tsogho and Loumbo esthetic standards. This figure's beauty was considered a baited'trap' for wrongdoers by the Kosi. (VJ)
Provenance:
Important French collection.
Specialist: Joris Visser
Joris Visser
+32-2-514 00 34
Joris.Visser@dorotheum.com
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Auction: | Tribal Art |
Auction type: | Online auction |
Date: | 04.10.2021 - 15:10 |
Location: | Vienna | Palais Dorotheum |
Exhibition: | 29.09. - 04.10.2021 |