Lot No. 31


A Punu or Tsogho female figure.


A Punu or Tsogho female figure. - Tribal Art

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:
EUR 3,800.- to EUR 4,000.-
Starting bid:
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

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