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$18.00 Shipping Location: Baltimore, United States In the many examples that I have seen in person, online, or even including museum pieces. I believe it adds a unique character and authenticity to the ... morepiece. This wood spitting is from the original creation of the piece and the primitive wood preparations before carving.
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$10.98 Shipping Location: United States Ethiopian Painted Icon Coptic Cross Silver Pendant African. Tic Tac Toe Venetian Trade Beads Brick Red Africa. Buy now and save! You might also like.
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$24.98 Shipping Location: United States Nice small Songye power figure with the horn intact. The Songye live on the left bank of the Lualaba River in an area of savanna crossed by numerous major ... moreriver systems. They have a long history of migration and cultural interchange with the Hemba. Kuba, Tetela, Luluwa and especially with the Luba from whom they are said to have originated. Magical beliefs and practice are widespread among the Songye people who use figures such as this on family or village altars where they contact the spirits of ancestors, nature spirits, and where offerings and prayers are given. Power figures among the Songye are known as buanga while the same figure is commonly called a âfetishâ when placed in Western collections with misplaced implications. Size: Height: 14" width: 3.5" depth: 4" Provenance- some of my items have solid provenance. Others like this do not. I will never make a claim a specific age or tribal usage unless I have iron-clad documentation(and as we all know even that can be false) Have you noticed some sellers here who have sold over 4000 items and have listed them all as"early 20th century? It is an outstanding example of African craftsmanship and artistry. Additional Information: I have paid quite a bit for my collection over the years but will set a low starting price and let you decide what they are worth to you. The low starting price is not an indication of low value. These pieces are beautiful. Quality collector’s items. Shipping: Free Domestic shipping(USA) International- I am trying the eBay shipping calculator again. You pay only the actual shipping charge(no handling fee) If the amount displayed looks wrong it probably is. Please do not hesitate to contact me. I will gladly combine shipping to save you money on multiple items. International Customers Welcome: Please Note: customs charges as import duties. And/or taxes are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. These charges(not additional shipping charges! ar
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$49.98 Shipping Location: United States Title, Songye Power Figure Nkishi Custom Stand DR Congo African Type of Object, figure. Statue, Country of Origin, Democratic Republic of Congo, People, ... moreSongye, Materials, Wood. Pigment, Approximate Age, Second half Twentieth Century, Dimensions, 12 inches H. Overall Condition, Poor to fair, Damage/Repair, worn patina. Shallow cracks, chips, and dents in places, Additional Information: A well used Songye male figure. There are no addenda or magical elements attached to this figure and we can admire the fully Songye style with its cubist proportions and strong squares and lines rhythms. This figure has a strongly defined body and the well-known Songye jutting chin and geometric nose with the eyes sculpturally higher on the forehead. The age of the object can be seen in the wear of the surface through long use and the accumulation of offerings. The surface on this piece shows it has been receiving offerings or sacrifices or ritual libations. Many groups in the greater Congo area. And elsewhere, use art to meet the contingencies of everyday life through the activities of the local priest or diviner known as the Nganga. These individuals of great spiritual strength and inductive abilities use the rituals, secret formulae and sculptures to heal and prevent the activities of malevolent forces. Sculpture like this are known as Nkishi and often serve to divine the future, control one s destiny, and forestall evil-doers or to work magic and most importantly to gain the attention of the spirit world. Among the Songye and other Bantu language speakers, sculpture such as this Nkishi serves as the contact point between the spirits and the Nganga, it is where the ritual activity of the diviner meets spiritual presence. Recommended Reading: Dunja Hersak. 1985, SONGYE MASKS AND SCULPTURE FIGURES. I have examined this piece and agree with the description. Niangi Batulukisi. Ph.D. 71938* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on
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$14.98 Shipping Location: United States The Songye people are an ethnic group located in the southeastern region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. One of the most recognizable forms of ... moreSongye art is the Kifwebe mask, which is used in various ritual performances and ceremonies.
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Location: Jupiter, United States They were benevolent and were believed to bring good luck, promote fertility and success, defeat enemies and safeguard from evil. Consequently, the ceremonies ... morethat are necessary for the creation and use of personal mankishi relate to the specific needs they fulfill in the lives of their owners.
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$398.93 Shipping Location: Beaver Falls, United States Antique Songye Fetish Power Figure. Good condition, minor cracks. Measures 60” x 15” x 8.5” Refer to pictures and feel free to ask questions you may have ... morebefore purchasing.Items are shipped within 5 business days from date of payment. Tracking number will automatically be added to the sales record.We can do combined shipping for US Customers ONLY. Send a message prior to paying your invoice. DH
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$24.98 Shipping Location: United States In the Congo region, sculptures like the Nkishi are integral to the practices of Nganga, spiritual leaders with divinatory abilities utilizing rituals ... moreand sculptures to heal, prevent malevolent forces, and interact with the spirit realm.
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$65.00 Shipping Location: Tilburg - Hoefstraat Noord, Netherlands Very nice statue with lots of details. The head of this statue stands in an angle and is turned to the left. On top a hole for sacrifation materials. ... moreThe statue has a skirt of red cloth.
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Free Shipping Location: 's-Gravenhage - Laakhaven-Oost, Netherlands Nkishi /Nkisi of the Songye People. the vessel is filled with unidentified substance / fetish material, known asBishimba. an African tribal art object. ... morecondition: signs of age and handling, on two sides of the pot you will find a crack, but that does not run all around, the whole is in a stable / firm condition, stains and dirt - we did not clean, nor polished it, we did not make it more appealing, do see all pictures to judge the condition.
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$14.98 Shipping Location: United States Ethiopian Painted Icon Coptic Cross Silver Pendant African. Tic Tac Toe Venetian Trade Beads Brick Red Africa. Buy now and save! You might also like.
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$40.00 Shipping Location: Lommel, Belgium This is a genuine Songye axe from Congo, made of copper and iron in the early 20th century. It is an original piece and belongs to the category of African ... moreantiques. The axe is a representation of the Songye tribe's craftsmanship and is made of high-quality materials.Size: 40 cm x 30 cmEx. Belgian private collectionInsured shipping worldwide!
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$55.00 Shipping Location: Tilburg - Hoefstraat Noord, Netherlands Very nice statue with lots of details. The head has a dramatic facial and a detailed hairdo. Have a good look at the pictures. Sorry for the inconvenience.
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Warren, United States SIZE(CM): 49.7/20.6 Sold without stand Beautifully carved masks made by the Iggo masks people of southeastern Nigeria in the early to mid 20th century. ... moreThe Agbogho, or "spirit of the virgin", was worn only by men during funeral processions or agricultural dance festivals in honor of deities and/or important members of the village. They represent the beauty and grace of Igo's ideal young woman. Masks are characterized by small, balanced facial features, often topped with elaborate hairstyles or figures, and various facial tattoos. These special masks are highly sought after and increasingly difficult to come by.
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$29.98 Shipping Location: United States Nice small Songye power figure with the horn intact. The Songye live on the left bank of the Lualaba River in an area of savanna crossed by numerous major ... moreriver systems. They have a long history of migration and cultural interchange with the Hemba. Kuba, Tetela, Luluwa and especially with the Luba from whom they are said to have originated. Magical beliefs and practice are widespread among the Songye people who use figures such as this on family or village altars where they contact the spirits of ancestors, nature spirits, and where offerings and prayers are given. Power figures among the Songye are known as buanga while the same figure is commonly called a âfetishâ when placed in Western collections with misplaced implications. Size: Height: 14" width: 3.5" depth: 4" Provenance- some of my items have solid provenance. Others like this do not. I will never make a claim a specific age or tribal usage unless I have iron-clad documentation(and as we all know even that can be false) Have you noticed some sellers here who have sold over 4000 items and have listed them all as"early 20th century? It is an outstanding example of African craftsmanship and artistry. Additional Information: I have paid quite a bit for my collection over the years but will set a low starting price and let you decide what they are worth to you. The low starting price is not an indication of low value. These pieces are beautiful. Quality collector’s items. Shipping: Free Domestic shipping(USA) International- I am trying the eBay shipping calculator again. You pay only the actual shipping charge(no handling fee) If the amount displayed looks wrong it probably is. Please do not hesitate to contact me. I will gladly combine shipping to save you money on multiple items. International Customers Welcome: Please Note: customs charges as import duties. And/or taxes are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. These charges(not additional shipping charges! ar
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$19.98 Shipping Location: United States Title, Songye Power Figure with Carved Horns DR Congo African Type of Object, Carving. Figure, Fetish, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Songye, Materials, ... morewood, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 11 inches H. x 3 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. 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. Damage/Repair, General wear. Chips, Additional Information: Power figures like this among the Songye are known as buanga while the same the figure is commonly called a âfetishâ when placed in Western collections with misplaced implications. Whereas Songye buanga figures are dedicated to positive ends. Early Europeans visitors saw them as âfalse gods â feticios to the Portuguese so that today Westerners call them âfetishesâ! The Songye live on the left bank of the Lualaba River in an area of savanna crossed by numerous major river systems. They have a long history of migration and cultural interchange with the Hemba. Kuba, Tetela, Luluwa and especially with the Luba from whom they are said to have originated. Magical beliefs and practice are widespread among the Songye people who use figures such as this on family or village altars where they contact the spirits of ancestors, nature spirits, and where offerings and prayers are given. Recommended Reading: Cornet. J. A Survey of Zairian Art, North Carolina Museum of Art, 1978. Dunja Hersak, Songye Masks and sculpture figures. 1985 Neyt. F. Traditional Arts and History of Zaire, Louvain, 1981. 72137* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has receive
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$30.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Eagle Creek, United States This statue was created in the style of the Songye people of DRC. WE WILL PROCESS YOUR ORDER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE . Product Condition. Due to the nature ... moreof our products being hand crafted in Africa, pieces may have possible previous repairs, scuffing, minor cracking and imperfections.
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$12.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States Handsome Songye Kifwebe African Tribal wood carved Mask DRC Congo Zaire Length: aprox. 32 cm. Please contact me via eBay for more info/pictures. I am ... morean honest and reliable eBayer- view my feedback record and bid with confidence. Payment expected within 3 days of end of auction. Local pick-up possible in Paris. No time-wasters please. If you don't intend to pay don't bid. Return policy: refund given only if item is not as described. On condition that item is returned max.5 days after reception of item by buyer. Shipping and Handling are non-refundable(buyer pays return S&H- P&P) All merchandise must be returned in original sold condition. I do not deal in fakes& do not make second chance offers. I do strive to provide 5 star service. If there is a problem with your purchase please contact me before leaving feedback. Good luck and happy bidding! N'hésitez pas à me contacter pour toute question ou photo supplémentaire. Paiement sous 3 jours. La remise en main propre est possible à Paris dans le 7ème arrondissement contre règlement en espèces. Consultez mes autres ventes. Groupez vos achats et épargnez sur les frais de port. Le retour est accepté. 5 jours après reception par l'acheteur, dans l'etat ou l'objet a été envoyé. Bonnes enchères à tous.
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$59.98 Shipping Location: United States In the Congo region, sculptures like the Nkishi are integral to the practices of Nganga, spiritual leaders with divinatory abilities utilizing rituals ... moreand sculptures to heal, prevent malevolent forces, and interact with the spirit realm.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Show Low, United States Very old Songye figure. 16 1/2" tall. The only damage I see is a little chip to his right eye. Comes double boxed for shipping protection.
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$50.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Clackamas, United States This statue was created in the style of the Songye people of DRC. Due to the nature of our products being hand crafted in Africa, pieces may have possible ... moreprevious repairs, scuffing, minor cracking and imperfections.
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Free Shipping Location: Farmington, United States Culture:Songye / Kifwebe. The Songye are found in the southern region of DR Congo and are said to have moved to this region in the 16th century. They ... moreare found in the Shaba area. Currently, the Songye are about 150 thousand and are governed by a chief but there are a copious number of secret organizations that are concerned with the machinations of governance.
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Free Shipping Location: Addison, United States These statues tribal statues protecting against enemies statues were made statues according to the instructions of the Nganga ngoombu and the object's ... moresponsor. This tribal art sculpture was then activated using rituals and incantatory formulas. Crouching.
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$10.98 Shipping Location: United States Originating from the southeastern region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Songye are renowned for their rich artistic traditions, including ... morethe iconic Kifwebe masks used in ceremonial rituals.
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Free Shipping Location: Addison, United States A stunning Fang African ancestral statue from Gabon with rich patination and a sweet charm. A worthy addition to your tribal art collection. With slender ... morelimbs, distinctive navel and sculptured coiffure, this form of female ancestor statue has both poise and a stately serenity. 45/14.5 cm A good example of ritual statuary from the Fang people of Equatorial Africa. These figures are typically religious in nature and represent an ancestor who would have beeen palced on the reliquary chest thus forming an important role as custodian in the veneration of ancestors- an integral part of fang culture and observance of those who have passed before The style ifs characteristic of the Ntumu of northern Gabon..
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$6.98 Shipping Location: United States These masks, recognizable by elongated faces and linear incisions portraying animals like crocodiles, birds, and zebras, boast vibrant colors—black, white, ... moreand red—with male masks featuring a tricolored striated pattern and female ones predominantly white with black and red accents.
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Clackamas, United States This statue was created in the style of the Songye people of DRC. Product Condition. Due to the nature of our products being hand crafted in Africa, pieces ... moremay have possible previous repairs, scuffing, minor cracking and imperfections.
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$71.07 Shipping Location: New York, United States Janiform Power Figure with nice usage patina. Kusu art is relatively rare and is highly influenced by the neighbouring Luba, Songye, and Hemba peoples. ... morePower figures like this with the artistic janiform design (two heads/two sides) and opening for ritual substances were used as instruments to bring good fortune, protect, heal, tell the future, and counteract evil.H: 8.75" x W: 3.25"W x 3"D
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Emmaus, United States SIZE(CM): 40.5/16.2 Sold without stand mask traditions of the Congo River basin personify local control of mystical power. Striated face mask known as ... morekifwebe probably originated in North Shaba, an area inhabited by both Songye and Luba groups. Significant departures in the role and formal interpretation of this art form subsequently developed in each culture..
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$10.98 Shipping Location: United States Wooden Katatora figure(Katola figure) Luba people, D.R. Congo, 20thC, the wood has a patina which was probably attained by rubbing it with palm oil and ... morered tukula powder for several years, held by two people, this is a divination object used to tell the patient's future, the diagnosis is attained when the Katatora, responding to yes and no questions, answers depending on it's movements, simmilar to an ouija board) standing Luba female figure, general good condition, chipped left big toe, wear to raised areas from handling, small dings here and there, approximately 8 and 1/2 inches tall, 2202 Shipping quote is for the continental US. Georgia residents pay 8% sales tax Allan Arthur Oriental Rugs and Tribal Arts Atlanta's largest collection of African Folk Art.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp*a4%601gc%3E-13f3e317910-0xf8-
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Maryland Heights, United States SIZE(CM): 39.5/19.5 Sold without stand He Striated Mask, Or Kifwebe Mask, Are Used As Agents Of A Tradition And Mask Of Authority To Exercise Social And ... morePolitical Control Through Practices Of Evil Magic And Witchcraft By The Members Of The Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe Society..
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$10.98 Shipping Location: United States Songye Katatora Divination Oracle Wood Congo The Songye people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo are celebrated for their cultural traditions, notably ... moretheir use of divination rituals. Guided by a diviner known as the Nganga, the Katatora serves as a conduit between realms, aiding in communication with the spirit world.
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$85.98 Shipping Location: Mockau, Germany Size: 55cm.
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$81.98 Shipping Location: Sarasota, United States 36 1/2" Tall to top of head. They were benign and were believed to bring good, promote fertility, success, vanquish enemies and protect from evil. Wood, ... morebeads, animal skin, plant fiber and animal horn.
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$76.95 Shipping Location: Burlington, United States Antique DRC Songye Kifwebe male mask. Estimated age is early 20th century. The mask has a gorgeous patina, especially on the unpainted wood on the inside. ... moreMask measures 5.25” wide at the bottom and 7.25” higher up on the head. It is about 19” tall with the upper portion being about 6” long. It projects significantly off the wall with a profile of about 11-12”
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$64.90 Shipping Location: Aylett, United States The complex forged iron construction of the iron blade indicates the work of a master blacksmith. Songye blacksmiths are among the most skilled in Africa. ... moreNote the careful pinning of the copper to the sturdy wood handle underneath.
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$27.77 Shipping Location: Gilroy, United States Large 22” African statue totem zitan? Wood 5 Lbs rare HTF carved sculpture Listing for an amazing African wood carving statue totem sculpture highly detailed. ... moreIt measures 22 inches tall by 6.5 inches wide by 4.5 inches deep. It weighs almost 5 pounds by itself without any packing materials. It is a heavy dense wood like zitan. It is in good condition overall with a few nicks and chips with one arm broken on a bottom figure. I’m not familiar as to which tribe it belongs. Please see my other rare African wood carved collection listings.
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$69.98 Shipping Location: United States These spiritually adept individuals use rituals, secret formulas, and sculptures like the Nkishi for healing, preventing malevolent forces, divination, ... moreand connecting with the spirit world. You might also like.
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Israel SIZE(CM): 39.9/16.2 Sold without stand he Songye language refers to masks as Kifwebe, which are symbols that depict spirits and are distinguished by their ... morestriations. These masks are worn by individuals of both genders and are accompanied by raffia costumes in traditional dances that take place during various ceremonies..
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$250.00 Shipping Location: Williams, United States Their carving was considered secondary to their power. Small Nkisi were for individual families and larger Nkisi were owned owned by and served the community ... more- often the larger statutes were too powerful to touch so they were moved with long sticks.
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$49.98 Shipping Location: United States Nice small Songye power figure with the horn intact. The Songye live on the left bank of the Lualaba River in an area of savanna crossed by numerous major ... moreriver systems. They have a long history of migration and cultural interchange with the Hemba. Kuba, Tetela, Luluwa and especially with the Luba from whom they are said to have originated. Magical beliefs and practice are widespread among the Songye people who use figures such as this on family or village altars where they contact the spirits of ancestors, nature spirits, and where offerings and prayers are given. Power figures among the Songye are known as buanga while the same figure is commonly called a âfetishâ when placed in Western collections with misplaced implications. Size: Height: 14" width: 3.5" depth: 4" Provenance- some of my items have solid provenance. Others like this do not. I will never make a claim a specific age or tribal usage unless I have iron-clad documentation(and as we all know even that can be false) Have you noticed some sellers here who have sold over 4000 items and have listed them all as"early 20th century? It is an outstanding example of African craftsmanship and artistry. Additional Information: I have paid quite a bit for my collection over the years but will set a low starting price and let you decide what they are worth to you. The low starting price is not an indication of low value. These pieces are beautiful. Quality collector’s items. Shipping: Free Domestic shipping(USA) International- I am trying the eBay shipping calculator again. You pay only the actual shipping charge(no handling fee) If the amount displayed looks wrong it probably is. Please do not hesitate to contact me. I will gladly combine shipping to save you money on multiple items. International Customers Welcome: Please Note: customs charges as import duties. And/or taxes are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. These charges(not additional shipping charges! ar
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$41.25 Shipping Location: BARKING, United Kingdom Condition: See Pictures.
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$16.40 Shipping Location: New York, United States Antique Songye Shield with Kifwebe Mask Icon Congo12.5"H x6.5"W x 2.5"DBeautiful Patina!
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$1.25 Shipping Location: LONDON, United Kingdom Unusual Songye Headrest From Congo Any question or comment feel free to contact me Michael
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States He Songye language refers to masks as Kifwebe, which are symbols that depict spirits and are distinguished by their striations. African art Igbo and White ... moreMask Female Spirit Face Mask. African Mask Wall Art Handmade Fish Puppet Mask.
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$35.00 Shipping Location: La Louvière, Belgium (Neyt, Songye, 2004). ETHNICAL GROUP: Songye – Basongye – Songe. Bibliographie - Bibliography Songye. COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Democratic Republic Congo. (ex ... moreZaïre, ex Belgian Congo). They were used as relays with the spirits of the dead people very present in the religion.
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$71.30 Shipping Location: New York, United States Antique Songye Statue- Exceptional Detailing!. 9.5 x 2.75 x 3 inches
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$24.00 Shipping Location: Williams, United States This is a wall plaque which depicts a mask it is not an actual mask. This piece of African art would make a fine addition to any African tribal collection.
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$12.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States Handsome Songye Kifwebe African Tribal wood carved Mask DRC Congo Zaire Length: aprox. 32 cm. Please contact me via eBay for more info/pictures. I am ... morean honest and reliable eBayer- view my feedback record and bid with confidence. Payment expected within 3 days of end of auction. Local pick-up possible in Paris. No time-wasters please. If you don't intend to pay don't bid. Return policy: refund given only if item is not as described. On condition that item is returned max.5 days after reception of item by buyer. Shipping and Handling are non-refundable(buyer pays return S&H- P&P) All merchandise must be returned in original sold condition. I do not deal in fakes& do not make second chance offers. I do strive to provide 5 star service. If there is a problem with your purchase please contact me before leaving feedback. Good luck and happy bidding! N'hésitez pas à me contacter pour toute question ou photo supplémentaire. Paiement sous 3 jours. La remise en main propre est possible à Paris dans le 7ème arrondissement contre règlement en espèces. Consultez mes autres ventes. Groupez vos achats et épargnez sur les frais de port. Le retour est accepté. 5 jours après reception par l'acheteur, dans l'etat ou l'objet a été envoyé. Bonnes enchères à tous.
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$1.25 Shipping Location: LONDON, United Kingdom HARD WOOD BEADS ANIMAL SKIN 21 CM HIGH FIRST HALF 20 TH CENTURY TOP-OBJECT
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$1.25 Shipping Location: LONDON, United Kingdom Rare Songye Kifebwe Mask Form Congo Heigh 35cmAny question or comment feel free to contact me Michael
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$39.98 Shipping Location: United States Songye Leopard Mask Congo Unleash your wild side with the exquisite Songye Leopard Mask. The Songye people's origins, cultural practices, and art forms ... moreare shaped by historical interactions, geographic factors, and political dynamics.
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$36.10 Shipping Location: Pascagoula, United States Large 20" Songye Nkishi Statue Figure. Mid 20th Century, Congo, African Tribal Art. He stands alone freely, much better with Earth Quake putty under his ... morefeet. Great Condition, a few scuffs on his feet...no wax build up. Authentic nice item!
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$150.00 Shipping Location: Williams, United States This is a rare authentic antique Songye tribe carved and used wooden bellows which was a tool for a blacksmiths forge which was collected from the Congo ... morein Central Africa. This carved wooden antique Songye blacksmith's tool features two hollow chambers which are wrapped in tanned animal hide with two long sticks attached to them which were used by the blacksmith's apprentice to pumped or blow air through the bellows neck out of the mouthpiece for the purpose of fanning or stoking the fire of the forge so it could be hot enough for the blacksmith to work on.
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Free Shipping Location: New York, United States This African statue is a Songye Fetish Figure that measures 20 inches. It is a genuine piece from the 20th century and is made of wood and fabric. The ... moretribal origin of this artifact is Songye and it is categorized under Antiques, Ethnographic, African, and Masks. The color of this statue is black and it is an original piece, This artifact has its own unique story and value that makes it a must-have for any collector.
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$12.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States Handsome Songye Kifwebe African Tribal wood carved Mask DRC Congo Zaire Length: aprox. 32 cm. Please contact me via eBay for more info/pictures. I am ... morean honest and reliable eBayer- view my feedback record and bid with confidence. Payment expected within 3 days of end of auction. Local pick-up possible in Paris. No time-wasters please. If you don't intend to pay don't bid. Return policy: refund given only if item is not as described. On condition that item is returned max.5 days after reception of item by buyer. Shipping and Handling are non-refundable(buyer pays return S&H- P&P) All merchandise must be returned in original sold condition. I do not deal in fakes& do not make second chance offers. I do strive to provide 5 star service. If there is a problem with your purchase please contact me before leaving feedback. Good luck and happy bidding! N'hésitez pas à me contacter pour toute question ou photo supplémentaire. Paiement sous 3 jours. La remise en main propre est possible à Paris dans le 7ème arrondissement contre règlement en espèces. Consultez mes autres ventes. Groupez vos achats et épargnez sur les frais de port. Le retour est accepté. 5 jours après reception par l'acheteur, dans l'etat ou l'objet a été envoyé. Bonnes enchères à tous.
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States SIZE(CM): 31.5/27 Stand not included mask ncised with striations that emphasize the arc mask of the eyelids mask and then extend horizontally across the ... moretemples, this mask is also engraved with broken lines on the lower mask black band runs from the mouth to the neck, responding to the dark-tinted organs and reinforcing the visual aspect of the latter.
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$24.75 Shipping Location: Rockville, United States Smaller kingdoms east of the Lomami River refer tothemselves as Songye, other kingdoms in the west, refer to themselves as Kaleb we,Eki, Ilande, Bala, ... moreChofwe, Sanga and Tempa. As a society, the people of Songyeare mainly known as a farming community; they do, however, take part in huntingand trading with other neighboring communities.
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A superb Songye figure - Provenance!!
A superb Songye figure Songye people(Kalebwe region) DR Congo Height: 19 inches(48cm) A fine Songye figure with wonderful age and exceptional carving; the figure has been stripped of all its ritual accumulations. However the form is wonderful. Ex. Wally Zollman. Indiana Ex. Gelbard collection. NY Verbally authenticated by Dr. Arthur P. Bourgeois who has seen the piece is person. World expert on Congolese sculpture, author of numerous books and the'Central Africa' section of the Grove Encyclopedia of Art. There is no additional paperwork or documentation available, unless hereby noted, however upon request a statement from the seller can be furnished, restating the provenance as it appears in this listing.
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SONGYE KIFWEBE MASK DRC (ZAIRE) FROM ANTHROPOLOGY PROFESSOR COLLECTION.
SONGYE KIFWEBE MASK. DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO, ZAIRE, AFRICA. FROM THE COLLECTION OF A RETIRED INDIANA UNIVERSITY PROFESSOR OF FOLKLORE. ETHNOMUSICOLOGY, ANTHROPOLOGY, COMMUNICATION AND CULTURE. HE WAS A VERY GOOD FRIEND OF DR. ROY SIEBER. THE DEAN OF AFRICAN ART HISTORIANS. DR SIEBER MENTORED HIM FOR OVER 10 YEARS TIL HIS DEATH IN 2001. FOR A SIMILAR MASK SEE. FRANK HERREMAN AND CONSTANTIJN PETRIDIS, FACE OF THE SPIRITS: MASKS OF THE ZAIRE BASIN(1993) P.150 PLATE 71 AGE 50 + YEARS HEIGHT 16 3/4 INCHES. STAND NOT INCLUDED SHIPPING COST IS BASED ON BIDDERS LOCATION. INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS PLEASE EMAIL FOR QUOTE INDIANA RESIDENTS PAY 6% TAX
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SONGYE MALE KIFWEBE MASK - DROC
Songye Male Kifwebe Mask- DROC The Songye are from the Democratic Republic of the Congo(Zaire) and live along the Lualaba River. They are a patriarchal society. The Kifwebe masks were made for the Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe association. A type of policing society that provides a means of controlling social behavior and neutralizing disruptive elements within the group. These masks appeared at the installation and death of a chief, and at the initiation rites of young men as well as a whole range of occasions that included punishments, warfare and public works. Kifwebe masks and not related to festive celebrations. The male masks are aggressive in their general appearance as well as in their comportment during their performances and village visits. It has a sagittal ridge across the top of the mask that runs to the nose and the rarer female mask does ... morenot. This mask are worn with a grass or reed woven skirt that appears like a long beard. The dancer’s legs are wrapped in woven grass leggings. These masks have geometrical striating channels carved into them that represent designs and patterns seen in dangerous or feared animals. Particular designs in the individual mask can also show which Songye group it came from. This fine example measures 14.5 inches tall and 8 inches wide.
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SONGYE NKISI D.R.C. ZAIRE, FROM ANTHROPOLOGY PROFESSOR COLLECTION.
SONGYE NKISI FIGURE. DRC, ZAIRE, AFRICA. WEARING STRINGS OF OLD BEADS. FROM THE COLLECTION OF A RETIRED INDIANA UNIVERSITY PROFESSOR OF FOLKLORE. ETHNOMUSICOLOGY, ANTHROPOLOGY, COMMUNICATION AND CULTURE. HE WAS A VERY GOOD FRIEND OF DR. ROY SIEBER. THE DEAN OF AFRICAN ART HISTORIANS. DR SIEBER MENTORED HIM FOR OVER 10 YEARS TIL HIS DEATH IN 2001. AGE 50 + YEARS HEIGHT 21 INCHES. NO STAND SHIPPING COST IS BASED ON BIDDERS LOCATION. INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS PLEASE EMAIL FOR QUOTE INDIANA RESIDENTS PAY 6% TAX
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CONGO old african axe anciene hache d'afrique SONGYE africa afrika kongo bijl
BELGIAN CONGO Songye old axe with great blade.Handle covered with monitor skin. in perfect condition. 1920- 30 lenght 40 cm- 15.75 inches width 18.5 cm- 7,25 inches iron- wood- red copper Shippingcosts: Belgium 9$. Europe + USA 25$(registered) rest of the world 38$(sign-for) neigbouring countries from Belgium only 22$ up to 10kg! Check my other auctions for more old tribal objects.
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Songye Janus Power Figure Nkishi DR Congo African
Title, Songye Janus Power Figure Nkishi DR Congo Africa, Type of Object, Carving, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Songye, Materials, wood. Vegetal fibers, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 12 inches H. x 3.75 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. 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. Damage/Repair, Chips and holes in head. Face and neck, large chip in base, shallow cracks, horn cracked and chipped, old insect damage arrested, Additional Information: ... moreAn interesting Songye figure in the form of a Janus with two heads. A pair of arms and a pair of legs. The janus represent a male and female. The remain of a raffia skirt can be seen around the waist. The figure is covered with a black dark patina! The horn enserted in the head was used to hold magical substances. Such figures belong to the category of Nkishi(plural Mankishi) usually recognized by the presence of magic elements attached to the figure the surface. These Magic elements known as"Bishimba" give the figure its magical power. Many groups in the greater Congo area. And elsewhere, use art to meet the contingencies of everyday life through the activities of the local priest or diviner known as the Nganga. These individuals of great spiritual strength and inductive abilities use the rituals, secret formula and sculptures to heal and prevent the activities of malevolent forces. Sculpture often serves to divine the future, control one s destiny, and forestall evil-doers or to work magic and most importantly to gain the attention of the spirit world. Among the Songye and other ethnic groups, a sculpture such as this serves as the contact point between th
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KASONGO SONGYE KUSU LUBA BEMBE FETISH POWER HALF FIGURE CONGO
KASONGO FETISH HALF FIGURE. CONGO. HARD DENSE WOOD. A ROUND CAVITY IN THE HEAD FILLED WITH MAGICAL MASS. LOINCLOTH. OLD CRACKS. HEIGHT HALF FIGURE: 35cm( ca. 13.8 inch) HEIGHT WITH BASE: 39cm( ca. 15.4 inch)
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Superb AFRICAN SONGYE MAGIC FIGURE. tribal fetish figure
Superb AFRICAN SONGYE MAGIC FIGURE a very old looking african carved wooden figure. i have been told its a songye magic figure and is missing spike from the top of its head I am currently selling part of a collection of oriental and eastern antiques. please see my other listings for more interesting thi ngs. CONDITION- age related wear no damage SIZE- 23.6cm tall I will always combine shipping where possible Items will be very well packaged in a strong box All items are sent recorded signed for
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Songye kifwebe Mask, Congo, African Tribal Creations, art, DRC, Basongye Basonge
An African Tribal Creations NO RESERVE AUCTION! Normal.dotm 0 0 1 155 884 Full Sail 7 1 1085 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Normal.dotm 0 0 1 199 1138 Full Sail 9 2 1397 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Normal.dotm 0 0 1 226 1293 Full Sail 10 2 1587 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false This NO RESERVE auction is for a Songye kifwebe Mask. Denizens of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Songye are central African ethnic group with a unique, dynamic, and easily recognizable artistic style, characterized by mostly anthropomorphic figures, and stylized, large masks with very narrow eye slits that are almost invariably striated. Primarily subsistence farmers and hunters the Songye have an interesting relationship with rivers, considering them to be somewhat sacred, often being the burial site of important ... morechiefs. Because of this, they rarely fish except for in times of dire need, despite their region of inhabitance displaying a great number of riparian environments. Art in the Songye society was used to increase the likelihood of individual or social success, ward off evils, and to frighten or intimidate enemies, as was often the case with their masks. Normal.dotm 0 0 1 65 374 Full Sail 3 1 459 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Among the Songye. The word kifwebe literally translates to mean'mask' thus making our title rather redundant) And has been assigned to a type of mask intended to represent spirits. These masks are characterized by lateral or vertical striations, a puckered mouth, narrow, often downturned eyes, and sexual dimorphism. Masks intended to represent male spirits will be carved with a large crest running down the center of the forehead. Female masks will display no such feature(thus making this piece a feminine mask) They utilize different pigments to symbolize different ideals, in this case red, which can anger, passion, strength, power, etc. The piece is in great condition, and of high quality, displaying no serious damage other than
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RARE LITTLE LITTLE SONGYE SHADE
6CM SONGYE FRENCH COLLECTION RARE MERCI
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SONGYE Kifwebe Female Mask Hand Carved Wood African Art Collectible
Normal 0 false false false SONGYE Kifwebe Female Mask Hand Carved Wood African Art Collectible· Measures: 14 ½” High x 5 ¾” Wide x 3 ¾” Deep· Brown Finish· Metal hanger on back· Arrested bug damage· Normal wear for old piece like this· Normal age cracks with old wood· Not sure of the exact age· Excellent Condition Info about Songye people: BASONGE. BASONGYE, BASSONGO, BAYEMBE, SONGE, SONGHAY, WASONGA) There are numerous mask styles associated with the Songye. Power objects and objects associated with divination are also prevalent in Western collections. In the past many Songye objects have been misattributed to the Luba and vice versa. Songye origins are shared with the Luba through a common mythical Songye ancestor known as Kongolo. Who can be traced through lineages to the 16th century. ... moreThe linguistic traditions of these neighboring peoples are intertwined as well. It is believed that the founders of the Songye emerged from the lake region in Shaba province to the south in the heart of the Luba homeland. The Lomani River divides Songye territory and marks the boundary of the areas invaded by the Luba. As a result of these geographic and political differences there emerged of two distinct social structures among the eastern and western Songye and two stylistic differences in art forms between the two areas. The Songye traditionally relied mostly on farming and hunting for subsistence. Because the rivers were associated with the spirits of deceased chiefs who were often buried in them. Fishing was not practiced except in times of great need. The artistic wares of the Songye, including pottery made by women and weaving and metalworking done by men, were traded extensively with their neighbors. They were recognized as superior craftsmen, and their products were in great demand. The Songye are divided into about 35 subgroups. The paramount chief(Yakitenge) and his advisers are the central power in Songye territory. Many of the subgroups were actually quite large
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AN EARLY 20 TH CENTURY SONGYE NKISI FIGURE CONGO
AN UNIQUE VILLAGE PROTECTION FIGURE COLLECTED BY MR. DE WAEL BELGIAN SOLDIER IN THE FIFTIES BEGIN 20 TH PROBABLY 19 TH CENTURY HARD WOOD MAGICAL MATERIALS ANIMAL HORN 88 CM HIGH KALEBWE REGION EX BELGIAN PRIVATE COLLECTION
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MASQUE SONGYE ART AFRICAIN AFRICAN ART ARTE AFRICANO AFRICANISCHE KUNST
Provenance: RDC Dimension: 4 5 cm Poids: 0, 852 kg Le poids et la dimension de nos objets sont donnés à titre indicatif pour vous permettre de calculer le prix de la livraison et ne sont en aucun cas contractuels Matériaux: B ois Possibilité de venir examiner sur place les pièces mises en vente. Du lundi au vendredi de 09H00 à 17H00. Merci de nous contacter pour les frais de livraison hors pays spécifiés Vous pouvez toujours opter pour la poste dont vous pouvez trouver le tarif sur www.laposte.be cliquer sur paquet national pour Belgique. International pour le reste, vérifier le poids de l'objet sur l'annonce, vous aurez le prix de la livraison. PS: Nous regroupons vos commandes pour diminuer les frais d'envoi. Des infos sur l'art africain? C onnecte z- vous sur le blog: http:laportedogon.azurewebsites.net/ ... morePrésent sur Ebay depuis 2005. Nous sommes spécialisé dans l'art africain. Nos objets proviennent de récoltes"in-situ" ou de rachats de collections privées, nombreuses en Belgique. Nous vous invitons à visiter notre galerie sur le net dans laquelle vous trouverez une multitude d'objets réservés aux amateurs avertis Le 24-janv.13 à 02:41:28 CET. Le vendeur a ajouté les informations suivantes: Le 20-avr.13 à 02:53:07 CEST. Le vendeur a ajouté les informations suivantes:
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5835a Monumental Songye Kifwebe Mask display included 115 cm ex belgian gallery
ARTE AFRICANA Songye(Songe-Kisongye-Lusonge-Kalebwe-Yembe-Kisonge-Kisongi) Songye Kifwebe male Mask. Material: Wood. Animal hair, pigment, caolin. Age: half 20th century Coming from a gallery in Brussels. Gallery price 3500 euro Dimensions: 70 cm. Depth 44 cm, height with metal display 115 Metal display included Origin: D.R.Congo Thanks for your visit Check out my other items or only Auction T. B Background Songye origins are shared with the Luba through a common mythical Songye ancestor known as Kongolo. Who can be traced through lineages to the 16th century. The linguistic traditions of these neighboring peoples are intertwined as well. It is believed that the founders of the Songye emerged from the lake region in Shaba province to the south in the heart of the Luba homeland. The Lomani River divides Songye territory and marks the boundary ... moreof the areas invaded by the Luba. As a result of these geographic and political differences there emerged of two distinct social structures among the eastern and western Songye and two stylistic differences in art forms between the two areas. The Songye are divided into about 35 subgroups. The paramount chief(Yakitenge) and his advisers are the central power in Songye territory. Many of the subgroups were actually quite large. Were often spread over many miles, and were densely populated. The markets in these areas attracted numerous artisans and traders from throughout the region. At one time, Bukishi was a dominant educational society which helped to maintain social control through the use of kifibwe masks, but it no longer functions to this degree except in the southeastern regions bordering on Luba territory. The creator god of the Songye is Efile. Although sacrifices are not made directly to him. Much attention is focused on familial ancestors, to whom sacrifices are made to encourage the well-being of the individual and the family. Shipping The shipping costs of the objects from Germany includes packing and insurance up to 500 euro and tracking number. If it i
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OLD SLIT DRUM TAMBOUR NGOMBE MANGBETU YAKA LOBI SONGYE DOGON CONGO NIGERIA
OLD AFRICAN SLIT DRUM. TRIBE UNKNOWN. WOOD. NAILS. OLD INDIGENE REPAIRS. OLD CRACKS. LENGHT: 63cm( ca. 24.9 inch) DIAMETER: ca. 30cm( ca. 11.8 inch) WEIGHT: 9.5kg! 1?RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Feog4d72f%2B%3E%3B1%3F-13e90b4a380-0xff-
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Maschera tribale africana in legno etnia Songye, dal Congo.
Maschera tribale africana dell'etnia Songye. In Congo.In buone condizioni,misura 32 cm in altezza. Importazione diretta. RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp*05e54c%3E-13e911c47e9-0xfa-
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AN EARLY 20 TH CENTURY SONGYE NKISI FETISH FIGURE CONGO
HARD WOOD-MAGICAL MATERIAL-ANIMAL HORN COLLECTED BY MR. DE WAEL BELGIAN SOLDIER FIFTIES BEGIN 20 TH CENTURY VILLAGE PROTECTION FIGURE KALEBWE REGION 89 CM HIGH UNIQUE OLD FIGURE!
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Statuetta bambola tribale africana in legno, etnia Songye, dal Congo.
Antica statuetta bambola tribale africana in legno dell'etnia Songye. In Congo. In buone condizioni, misura 24 cm in altezza. Importazione diretta.
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Beautiful Songye African Mask
A beautiful wood and pigment mask from the Songye tribe of The Democratic Republic of the Congo. It appears to be a female mask since the center ridge is not pronounced. It is in good condition with a single small split in the wood at the back of the top of the mask which is in keeping with the age and use of the piece and is not visible from most viewing angles. Please refer to the last photo regarding the split and to the photos in general for overall condition. The mask is approximately 14" tall. Approximately 6 1/2" wide and approximately 6 1/2" deep. A beautiful example of African design, it is a well-crafted and graphically dramatic object. I provide shipping insurance for purchase and welcome questions and comments. Thanks for your interest!
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Marc Felix BEAUTY AND THE BEASTS Kifwebe masks reference bk Congo Songye Luba
Beauty and the Beasts: Kifwebe and Animal Masks of the Songye. Luba and Related Peoples from the Collection of Stewart J. Warkow par Marc Leo FELIX SMA African Art Museum. Tenafly 2003 15 x 21 cm(8.25" x 6" 108 pages. Approximately 176 color and 40 black& white photographs. 4 line drawings. 5 color maps. Softcover. As New. Catalogue of an exhibition at the SMA African Art Museum. Contents: Foreword- Introduction Beautiful and beastly Bifwebe: The Songye People and their sculpture- Who's who. Among Kifwebe maskw- Kifwebe masks and their costume- Stylistic variations of Kifwebe masks- The many meanings of Kifwebe masks- Function of Kifwebe masks- The ubiquitous"kifwebe" icon- Who else makes striped wooden masks- Kifwebe and animals- The luba zoo comes to town- Unknown species appear- The lomotwa people- Where did ... morethese animal masks come from? Bestiarium- Dispersion of animal masks- Why make an animall mask- Cherchez la femme Conclusions Poids-weight: 370 g Shipment-envoi: Belgium = 2.5 eur- France = 3,5 eur(lettre prioritaire) to other european countries = 4 eur- to non european countries = 5 eur(Envoi en courrier prioritaire pour la Belgique et la France- shipment by economy mail to other countries- if you wish an other way of shipment contact me) Normal 0 21 false false false FR-BE X-NONE X-NONE
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AFRICAN ART, TRIBAL ART, CARVED WOOD SONGYE MASK
The Songye tribe use this type of masks during ceremonies and at the funeral processions of important leaders. According to the Songye tribe. When certain individuals of the Kifwebe society wear the mask along with the costume and raffia beard they are believed to gain magical powers that can manipulate evil spirits. Very good and excellent condition. The measurement are 14 inches high x 7 1/2 inches wide.
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SONGYE PUPPET AFRICAN TRIBAL ART ARTE AFRICANO AFRICANISCHE KUNST
Origin: DRC Size: 22.44 x 11.41 inches Weight: 2.83 pounds Material: Wood WE SHIP WORLDWIDE France: from $12.00 Belgium/ The Netherlands/Luxembourg: from $10.00 Germany: from $20.00 Italy: from $22.00 Spain(Continental) from $22.00 Australia: from $90.00 Japan: from $90.00 Canada: from $90.00 Please ask for your country. Dear Customers, Because recent unjustified negative feedbacks. It is time to introduce ourself. Ckurumba is an African art gallery based in Belgium(Europe) Our store is specially designed for people who speak only English. We belong to the renowed Ebay seller Artdafrica who has no less than 7400 positive feedbacks on ebay. Thanks to our African colonial past and our location in Belgium which is the central place in Europe for african art market. We can offer the best selection of African art items. Each item is very high ... moreselected by ourself from Mali to Angola to offer the best quality available. Also we bought items here in Europe from collectors or other people. Because of our experience we have the largest desposit of african art in Europe. If ever you are looking for one item which is not listed on our ebay auctions. Please contact us we can help you to find it. 100% satisfaction. Returns are accepted without any reason being cited by the buyer. The reference must be made within 7 days of receipt of the object by the buyer. The refund of the purchase price of the item to the buyer will complete without any restocking fee is charged. This refund will be issued upon receipt of the object by the seller. Only if it is in its opened package containing all the products shipped. All shipping and forwarding are the sole responsibility of the buyer regardless of the reason for return.
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Tribal AFRICAN ART Wood Sculpture Songye/Congo POWER FIGURE Bust-#13-NR!
Tribal AFRICAN ART Wood Sculpture Songye/Congo POWER FIGURE Bust-13-NR! DIMENSIONS 9 1/2" tall. TRIBE& REGION/COUNTRY Songye Democratic Republic of the Congo DESCRIPTION Power figure bust. Wood. CONDITION Excellent overall condition. There is a stable crack in base. See photos. We are excited to be auctioning many pieces of distinct African art from the David Rapkin collection. Rapkin is a retired professor from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and has been collecting African Art for twenty-five years. His collection was exhibited at the Eisentrager/Howard Gallery. October 19-November 9th, 2012, titled"African Art in Unlikely Places: The David Rapkin Collection" Many of the pieces being auctioned here in the coming weeks were part of that exhibit. See below for Rapkin's extensive essay and suggested reading list ... moreon African art which accompanied the show. And see this link for a news story on the exhibit: See our other listings for more from this collection. Following are photos of the original exhibition pamphlet for the African Art in Unlikely Places exhibit. The pamphlet is not included but we can include photocopies if the winning bidder wishes. CLICK HERE TO ADD US TO YOUR"FAVORITE SELLERS" LIST NOTE: We don't end auctions early or add"Buy It Now" prices. Please don't ask us to do so. SHIPPING WITHIN THE CONTINENTAL USA: via UPS ground. Use the shipping calculator to determine the cost for your location. Please note that we will need a street address(no PO Boxes) For Alaska and Hawaii. Please don't use the shipping calculator; write for a quote before bidding. SHIPPING OUTSIDE THE USA: via the US Postal Service- International Priority Mail. Use the shipping calculator to determine the cost for your location. If the calculator does not give you a price for your country. We cannot ship this item to you. We do not ship via USPS first class mail international. Please note that we don't allow buyers to arrange their own shipping through third parties.
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AFRICAN WOOD TRIBAL PRIMITIVE FANG GABON SONGYE NGIL MASK STATUE SCULPTURE
AFRICAN WOOD CARVING TRIBAL PRIMITIVE FANG GABON NGIL MASK SCULPTURE. Very nice looking stunning African mask. Condition. Nature normal wear. No cracks or defects. In Great Condition. Color. White and Black. Size. 24.5" height and 4.5" width and 2.5" depth. US shipping only. No international shipping.
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YOMBE ANCESTOR FIGURE baule pende kuba luba songye suku vili congo chokwe
YOMBE ANCESTOR FIGURE* Check out my! PHOTO: BAULE) ANCESTOR FIGURE ON STICK. HEIGHT 30.5 CM. HEAVY WOOD. METAL RINGS AND NAILS* BROWN AND BLACK PATINE* PROBABLY THIS WAS PART OF A WHISK* METAL RINGS AROUND THE HEAD. UNDER THE KNEES AND* TWO RINGS ON THE HANDLE. THE HANDLE IS DECORATED WITH NAILS. PROVENANCE: COLLECTED BY THE WHITE FATHERS* COLLECTED IN PERIOD 1950- 1960* MAIL ME FOR INFORMATION OR MORE PHOTO'S. collectors item. shipping outside Europe, value $ 49, is also free* Check out my! Make sure to view photos for further details on condition. Before bidding on this auction and feel free to ask any questions you have. The photo's/ pictures are the most important part of the description. If there is any chance you have an issue with this auction. Please contact me first to resolve the issues. Feedback: 1. the item at auction/ ... morepictures is always the item I will send you 2. all your messages will be answered within 1 day 3. the item will always been shipped before or within the agreed handling time. rating in feedback is NOT included the time that item received you, because there is NO influence on the time taken by shipping companies and customs. By the seller. 4. shipping and handling charge: free of charge Thanks and happy bidding. As a private person I cannot always compete with professional sellers. and: payment has to be made within 24 hours after ending auction. Check out my! key words: tribal art. African art, ancestor statue, baule, baoule, akan, lobi, kran, dan, tribe, kuba, luba, songe, songye, Ashanti, chokwe, Bamileke, pende, Dogon, Fang, Fon, ibo, kongo, mende, senufo, Yoruba, Tiv, lega, mask, statue, ancestor, ancestor ritual, ancestor rituals, ancestor altar, ethnographic. key words: tribal art. African art, ancestor statue, baule, baoule, akan, lobi, kran, dan, tribe, kuba, luba, songe, songye, Ashanti, chokwe, Bamileke, pende, Dogon, Fang, Fon, ib
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Songye Power Figure Nkishi Cowrie shells in Eyes DR Congo Africa
Title, Songye Power Figure Nkishi Africa Type of Object, Carving. Statue. Country of Origin, Democratic Republic of Congo, People, Songye, Materials, Wood. Pigment, cowrie shells, Approximate Age, Second half of Twentieth Century, Dimensions, 13.5 inches H. x 4.25 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. 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. Damage/Repair, wear. Cracks in head and face, base with chips throughout and traces of old insect damage arrested, Additional Information: ... moreA well carved Songye figure with cowrie shells encrusted in eyes.The sculpture is carved in classic Songye style of cubist proportions and a strong lcylindrical base. Many groups in the greater Congo area. And elsewhere, use art to meet the contingencies of everyday life through the activities of the local priest or diviner known as the Nganga. These individuals of great spiritual strength and inductive abilities use the rituals, secret formula and sculptures to heal and prevent the activities of malevolent forces. Sculpture like this are known as Nkishi and often serve to divine the future, control one's destiny, and forestall evil-doers or to work magic and most importantly to gain the attention of the spirit world. Among the Songye and other Bantu language speakers, sculpture such as this Nkishi serves as the contact point between the spirits and the Nganga, it is where the ritual activity of the diviner meets spiritual presence. This figure has a prominent belly with an opening in the stomach, which receives a horn and magical substances known as bishimba, placed in it to give the figure its powers. The age of the object can be seen in the wear of the surface
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Fétiche NKISI SONGYE JANUS Figure CONGO (RDC) (DRC) Galerie "artspremiers.be"
Songye Congo(RD)DR) Nkisi Songye Janus- Songye Janus Nkisi Hauteur: 45 cm(54cm corne incluse) Height: 17.72 inch(21.26 horn included) Poids: 1200 gr- Weight: 42.33 oz Bois. Corne, perles, anneau de cuivre. Fourrure Très bon état général Seconde m oitié XXe siècle Wood. Horn, beads, copper ring, fur. Very goo d general condition Second part twentieth century Europe Frais d'envoi- Verzendkosten- Shipping EXPEDITION DANS UN DELAI DE MAXIMUM 2 JOURS APRES RECEPTION DU PAIEMENT SHIPPING WITHIN A TIME LIMIT OF MAXIMUM 2 DAYS AFTER RECEIPT OF PAYMENT Belgique/België: 9.90€(Bpost secur) USA: 43 $(Registered Parcel with Tracking) France: 16.20 €(envoi avec suivi) Deutschland: 16.20 €(Sendung mit tracking) United Kingdom: 16.20 €(Registered parcel with tracking) Luxembourg: 16.20 €(envoi avec suivi) Nederland: ... more€ 16.20 €(Zending met tracking) Östrreich:32.40 €(Sendung mit tracking) Italia: 32.40 €(spedizione con inseguimento) España: 32.40 €(el envío con el seguimiento) Portugal: 32.40 €(envio com rastreamento) Rest of Europe 32.40 €(with tracking) Taïwan-Canada-Australia: fees on request. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or more pictures N'hésitez pas à me contacter pour toutes questions ou photos supplémentaires Renseignements sur le vendeur professionnel/ Business seller information: Richard A.G. D ams Galerie" arts p remiers.be" Gallery Point du Jour 9 7090 Braine-le-Comte Belgique/Belgium TVA/VTA: BE820076404 Tél/Phone: +32475654079
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AUTHENTIC MALE KIFWEBE SONGYE MASK CONGO LUBA TETELA HEMBA KUBA PENDE CHOKWE
Normal 0 14 Normal 0 14 AUTHENTIC MALE KIFWEBE MASK FROM SONGYE TRIBE. D. R. OF CONGO. DIMENSIONS: 30 CM X 64 CM(WITHOUT RAFFIA; 119 CM INCLUDING RAFFIA) THIS OBJECT HAS BEEN CHEMICALLY ANALYSED BY THE LABORATORY OF MUSEUM D’ARTE E SCIENZA IN MILAN(http:www.africanartauthenticity.com/index-ita1.htm#Determinazione_dellet%C3%A0_di_oggetti_darte_africana_in_legno) WITH THE FOLLOWING OUTCOMES: TYPE OF WOOD: RICINODENDRON RAUTANENII. AS STATED BY DUNJA HERSAK IN ITS“SONGYE MASKS AND FIGURE SCULPTURES” LONDON: ETHNOGRAPHICA 1985) SONGYE CARVERS OFTEN SELECTED MULELA(RICINODENDRON RAUTANENII) A SOFT WOOD, FOR KIFWEBE MASKS. COLOR, ANCESTRY ASSOCIATIONS, AND PERISHABILITY MAY ALL HAVE BEEN CONSIDERATIONS IN THAT CHOICE. FIRST, IT MAY BE SIGNIFICANT TO THE SELECTION CRITERIA THAT THE WOOD OF THIS TREE POSSESSES A DISTINCTLY WHITE GROWTH RING SECTION ... moreAND A RED SAP-FILLED CENTRAL CORE, THESE BEING THE TWO SIGNALLING COLOURS OF FEMALE AND MALE KIFWEBE RESPECTIVELY. THE SECOND POINT TO NOTE IS THAT THIS SPECIES WAS CITED AS ONE OF THE SERIES OF TREES PLANTED AROUND EPATA(THE CHIEF’S RESIDENCE) POSSIBLY IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE ANCESTORS. IN ADDITION TO MULELA, A FEW OTHER TREES SERVED THE SONGYE AS SOURCES FOR CARVING WOOD. THEY HAD IN COMMON THAT THEY WERE SOFT AND LIGHT IN WEIGHT BUT NOT PARTICULARLY DURABLE. THE IMPLICATION OF THE LATTER CHARACTERISTIC CREATES THE POSSIBILITY THAT WHAT SEEMS AN INHERENT DETRIMENT WAS, IN FACT, A MOTIVATING FACTOR IN THE CHOICE OF THAT WOOD. THEIR LOW DENSITY FACTOR INDICATES THAT THEY ARE ALL WOODS HIGHLY SUSCEPTIBLE TO INSECT ATTACK AND PRONE TO CRACKING AND OTHER DAMAGE. THIS ANATOMICAL PROPERTY OF THE WOODS IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT AMONG SONGYE AS IT SUGGESTS THAT THE MASKS ARE PERISHABLE AND REPLACEABLE OBJECTS. IN A GENERAL SENSE, ONE HAS THE IMPRESSION THAT THE LIFE AND MORTALITY OF THE MASKS COINCIDE METAPHORICALLY WITH THE CHANGING GENERATIONS OF RULERS AND THEIR REGIMES. WOOD AGE: THE LABORATORY OF THE MUSEUM DATED THE WOOD OF THE MASK AS WORKED IN 1930. SUBSTA
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AUTHENTIC FEMALE KIFWEBE SONGYE MASK CONGO LUBA TETELA HEMBA KUBA PENDE CHOKWE
Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 AUTHENTIC FEMALE KIFWEBE MASK FROM SONGYE TRIBE. D. R. OF CONGO. DIMENSIONS: 26 CM X 53.5 CM(WITHOUT RAFFIA; 109 CM INCLUDING RAFFIA) THIS OBJECT HAS BEEN CHEMICALLY ANALYSED BY THE LABORATORY OF MUSEUM D’ARTE E SCIENZA IN MILAN(http:www.africanartauthenticity.com/index-ita1.htm#Determinazione_dellet%C3%A0_di_oggetti_darte_africana_in_legno) WITH THE FOLLOWING OUTCOMES: TYPE OF WOOD: RICINODENDRON RAUTANENII. AS STATED BY DUNJA HERSAK IN ITS“SONGYE MASKS AND FIGURE SCULPTURES” LONDON: ETHNOGRAPHICA 1985) SONGYE CARVERS OFTEN SELECTED MULELA(RICINODENDRON RAUTANENII) A SOFT WOOD, FOR KIFWEBE MASKS. COLOR, ANCESTRY ASSOCIATIONS, AND PERISHABILITY MAY ALL HAVE BEEN CONSIDERATIONS IN THAT CHOICE. FIRST, IT MAY BE SIGNIFICANT TO THE SELECTION CRITERIA THAT THE WOOD OF THIS ... moreTREE POSSESSES A DISTINCTLY WHITE GROWTH RING SECTION AND A RED SAP-FILLED CENTRAL CORE, THESE BEING THE TWO SIGNALLING COLOURS OF FEMALE AND MALE KIFWEBE RESPECTIVELY. THE SECOND POINT TO NOTE IS THAT THIS SPECIES WAS CITED AS ONE OF THE SERIES OF TREES PLANTED AROUND EPATA(THE CHIEF’S RESIDENCE) POSSIBLY IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE ANCESTORS. IN ADDITION TO MULELA, A FEW OTHER TREES SERVED THE SONGYE AS SOURCES FOR CARVING WOOD. THEY HAD IN COMMON THAT THEY WERE SOFT AND LIGHT IN WEIGHT BUT NOT PARTICULARLY DURABLE. THE IMPLICATION OF THE LATTER CHARACTERISTIC CREATES THE POSSIBILITY THAT WHAT SEEMS AN INHERENT DETRIMENT WAS, IN FACT, A MOTIVATING FACTOR IN THE CHOICE OF THAT WOOD. THEIR LOW DENSITY FACTOR INDICATES THAT THEY ARE ALL WOODS HIGHLY SUSCEPTIBLE TO INSECT ATTACK AND PRONE TO CRACKING AND OTHER DAMAGE. THIS ANATOMICAL PROPERTY OF THE WOODS IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT AMONG SONGYE AS IT SUGGESTS THAT THE MASKS ARE PERISHABLE AND REPLACEABLE OBJECTS. IN A GENERAL SENSE, ONE HAS THE IMPRESSION THAT THE LIFE AND MORTALITY OF THE MASKS COINCIDE METAPHORICALLY WITH THE CHANGING GENERATIONS OF RULERS AND THEIR REGIMES. WOOD AGE: THE LABORATORY OF THE MUSEUM
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Ancient Dogon Miniature Figure / Cubist Form/ W/ Provenance! - Songye Lobi Sepik
On offer a Rare19th century Dogon Figurative sculpture in cubist form. Probably a charm figure; from a well known NYC Collection. Pedigree will be given to winning better! 4 inches; on custom wooden stand. Fabulous deep patina with handling; as well as areas of that classic Dogon millet buildup in the crevasses. Each cubist angle looks great! Important to note: the figure has subtle head tilt positioning to the left giving the figure a sense of movement! Cheap price for authentic quality tribal art-buy now! Posted with 1f3eb5.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp73%28%3E1f3eb5-13eb97c64ca-0xf5-
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Rarity fine antik Songye Figure Zaire
Rarity fine antik Songye Figure Zaire hige 16 inch/ Höhe 40 cm fine old quality. The shippincost inkl. insurance USA is Usd 38. Look at Please press right here They are many afrikan pices at ebay Auktion Von uns Differenzversteuert nach §24a UStG. Für Sie fallen keinen weitern Kostan an.
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Rarity fine antike Songye Figure Zaire
Rarity fine antike Songye Figure Zaire hige 14.5 inch/ Höhe 37 cm fine old quality. The shippincost inkl. insurance USA is Usd 38. Look at Please press right here They are many afrikan pices at ebay Auktion Von uns Differenzversteuert nach §24a UStG. Für Sie fallen keinen weitern Kostan an.
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Africa_Congo: Songye janus statuette #6 african tribal art
Africa_Congo: Songye janus statuette#6 african tribal art Tribal art carved wood janus statuette. From the Songye tribe living in eastern DR Congo.Statuette have been used for rituals and other important ceremonies. MATERIAL: Wood and pigments. The measurement is 5" 12.3cm) High. It shows some wear and tear and a nice patina. Thanks for looking! NO RESERVE. I ACCEPT ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS THROUGH PAYPAL. PLEASE USE MY PAYPAL REGISTERED EMAIL ADDRESS: bedui@lycos.com. We mostly ship with registered airmail. Domestic or international. We combine shipping. Upon request we can also ship via fedex or EMS. Please allow approx. 20 to 26 days time to delivery. I guarantee everything I sell to be as described. If it is not. I will refund you 100% the money paid. 14 days Return policy. If item is not as described. You are purchasing EXACTLY ... morewhat you see in the pictures! Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back, Email me if you have any questions. Thank you for browsing our eBay items. We strive to provide excellent customers service to our buyers. Tell us how we doing. Please email or call us with any suggestions or complaint You can contact us at this phone number: +39 041449858 ``d.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fvo%7B%3Dd70f%2B%3E%60%60d-13eb9888fe1-0x104-
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Africa_Congo: Songye statuette #3 african tribal art
Africa_Congo: Songye statuette#3 african tribal art Tribal art carved wood statuette. From the Songye tribe living in eastern DR Congo.Statuette have been used for rituals and other important ceremonies. MATERIAL: Wood and pigments. The measurement is 9.2" 23 cm) High. It shows some wear and tear and a nice patina. Thanks for looking! NO RESERVE. I ACCEPT ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS THROUGH PAYPAL. PLEASE USE MY PAYPAL REGISTERED EMAIL ADDRESS: bedui@lycos.com. We mostly ship with registered airmail. Domestic or international. We combine shipping. Upon request we can also ship via fedex or EMS. Please allow approx. 20 to 26 days time to delivery. I guarantee everything I sell to be as described. If it is not. I will refund you 100% the money paid. 14 days Return policy. If item is not as described. You are purchasing EXACTLY what ... moreyou see in the pictures! Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back, Email me if you have any questions. Thank you for browsing our eBay items. We strive to provide excellent customers service to our buyers. Tell us how we doing. Please email or call us with any suggestions or complaint You can contact us at this phone number: +39 041449858
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Songye Sungu or Luluwa Mask Custom Stand DR Congo African
Title, Songye Sungu or Luluwa Mask Custom Stand DR Congo African, Type of Object, Mask, Country of Origin, Democratic Republic of Congo/Zaire) People, Songye/Sungu or Luluwa(Bena Lulua) Materials, Wood. Vegetal fibers, and pigment, Approximate Age, second half 20th Century, Dimensions, 15 inches H. x 10 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. 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. Damage/Repair, scrapes. Scratches, chips, Additional Information: This is a magnificient ... moreand powerful mask embellished with striation patterns with netting costume iattached to it is an interesting piece in that it sets a problem of identification. Masks with these markings have been attributed in the past to the Luluwa. Tetela, sungu or other Sankuru peoples, neighbors to the Songye. However recent scholarship indicates most of the masks from this region do come from the Songye. A close similar mask from The Trustees of the British Museum. London and published in AFRICA. THE ART OF A CONTINENT p. 281 is attributed to the Songye. Our mask could well be a work from a Songye sub-group. This mask reflects some of this crossing of stylistic boundaries possibly showing Songye style and other influences. This mask may indeed be a variant style of Kifwebe type of Songye masks. Notwithstanding its origin this is a strongly carved mask with obvious signs of long use and good age. The Songye live in an area of savanna crossed by numerous major river systems. They have a long history of migration and cultural interchange especially with the Luba from whom they are said to have originated. They share sculptural styles with other prominent neighboring peoples including the Luba
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Older SONGYE Male Kifwebe Mask - Low Opening Bid! CONGO
Male Songye Kifwebe Mask 18" x 10" x 7" Very mysterious vibe. Seems to have some age. Native repairs to face. Shows signs of actual tribal use From my personal collection. Acquired from a longtime collector. Additional Information: This mask belongs to the most famous of the Songye masks. Made for the Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe Secret society. Kifwebe" means"Mask" in the Songye language. The face generally is covered with linear incisions which are sometimes pigmented, the mouth is most often square and protruding. If it has a central crest, it is masculine; if not, feminine. The size of the crest determines the magical power of the mask. During initiation, circumcision, or funeral ceremonies. For examples, and more information, see Bacquart's TRIBAL ARTS OF AFRICA and Cornet's A SURVEY OF ZAIRIAN ART-THE BRONSON ... moreCOLLECTION. According to Hersak(1985: 168) The striated masks, or kifwebe, are used as agents of a tradition and figures of authority to exercise social and political control through practices of evil magic and witchcraft by the members of the bwadi bwa kifwebe society. Among the societies' public performances, three mask types exist: two grades of male and one female mask. Male masks are distinguished by a striated pattern of three colors while the female one is predominantly white with the features accented in black and some red. The Kifwebe tradition which exists also among the Luba, seems to have originated south of the eastern chiefdom in an area of Luba/Songe admixture. The Songe confirm this provenance by the interpretation that the kifwebe striations relate(apart from the zebra) to a pugnacious species of striped bushbuck antelope which inhabited the area. Free Insured Shipping in USA Please check out my other items for more rare. Collectible African Art. Thanks for Looking and Happy Bidding!
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HOLIDAYS GIFT AFRICAN SONGYE KIFWEBE MASK WITH A BIRD ON THE HEAD DR CONGO
Songye Kifwebe Mask African Mask Type of Object: Mask Ethnic Group: Songye Country of Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo Materials: Wood. Red brown white pigment s Dimensions: 13 inches H by 10"1/2 W 7"D Additional Information: A superb Songye mask. Made for the Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe Secret society. Kifwebe" means"Mask" in the Songye language. The face generally is covered with linear incisions which are sometimes pigmented, If it has A bird on the head. Such masks are danced during initiation, circumcision, or funeral ceremonies. According to Hersak(1985: 168) The striated masks. Or kifwebe, are used as agents of a tradition and figures of authority to exercise social and political control through practices of evil magic and witchcraft by the members of the bwadi bwa kifwebe society. Among the societies' public ... moreperformances, three mask types exist: two grades of male and one female mask. Male masks are distinguished by a striated pattern of three colors while the female one is predominantly white with the features accented in black and some red. The Kifwebe tradition which exists also among the Luba, seems to have originated south of the eastern chiefdom in an area of Luba/Songe admixture. The Songe confirm this provenance by the interpretation that the kifwebe striations relate(apart from the zebra) to a pugnacious species of striped bushbuck antelope which inhabited the area.
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Superb Songye Kifwebe Mask African Dr Congo ... y must see !!!!!
Superb Songye Kifwebe Mask DR Congo African Mask Measures approx: 15" h by 9" 3/4 w it shows cracks and a chip pls check pictures thanks A well carved mask made out of hard wood and presenting strong face details. The surface and the back show much handling and good age. This mask belongs to the most famous of the Songye masks. Made for the Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe Secret society. Kifwebe" means"Mask" in the Songye language. The face generally is covered with linear incisions which are sometimes pigmented, the mouth is most often square and protruding. If it has a central crest, it is masculine; if not, feminine. The size of the crest determines the magical power of the mask. During initiation, circumcision, or funeral ceremonies. For examples, and more information, see Bacquart's TRIBAL ARTS OF AFRICA and Cornet's ... moreA SURVEY OF ZAIRIAN ART-THE BRONSON COLLECTION. According to Hersak(1985: 168) The striated masks, or kifwebe, are used as agents of a tradition and figures of authority to exercise social and political control through practices of evil magic and witchcraft by the members of the bwadi bwa kifwebe society. Among the societies' public performances, three mask types exist: two grades of male and one female mask. Male masks are distinguished by a striated pattern of three colors while the female one is predominantly white with the features accented in black and some red. The Kifwebe tradition which exists also among the Luba, seems to have originated south of the eastern chiefdom in an area of Luba/Songe admixture. The Songe confirm this provenance by the interpretation that the kifwebe striations relate(apart from the zebra) to a pugnacious species of striped bushbuck antelope which inhabited the area. RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Feog4d72f%2Bd0f%3E-13eba41321b-0x105-
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Songye miniature mask #3. African tribal art.
Tribal art wooden miniature mask by the Songye people in DR Congo. Material: Wood and pigments. Dimensions: 5.6" 14 cm) in height. This item has some wear and tear. Thanks for looking! NO RESERVE.
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SMALL AFRICAN ART SONGYE KIFWEBE PASSPORT MASK #B 8.5"LONG ZAIRE CONGO
THIS IS A MASK MADE IN ZAIRE BY THE SONGYE TRIBE.IT IS 8.5"LONG.MAXIMUM WIDTH OF THE MASK IS 4.75"IT WEIGHS UNDER 3LBS.FOR THE BOTTOM OPENING OF THE HELMET.IT IS 8"LONG,CENTER WIDTH IS 4.5"OVAL SHAPE)THE BOTTOM OPENING OF THE HELMET IS CHIPPED A LITTLE AT COUPLE PLACES AT THE EDGES.THE EYES ARE 3"APART. EACH EYE IS 1.5"WIDE.THE NOSE IS 3.75"LONG.THE TOP OF THE MOUTH IS 1.25"X1" THE MOUTH IS 3.75" HIGH.THE TOP OF THE HEAD IS 4"HIGH.THE MASK IS CHIPPED A LITTLE AT THE EDGES. Buyer pays for shipping and insurance. GT GALLERY s one of the biggest distributors of african art
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Extr. scarce POWER INCARNATE : Al. Stone's Coll. Congo Songye Kongo Masterpieces
POWER INCARNATE Allan Stone’s Collection of Sculpture from the Congo by Kevin D Dumouchelle Greenwich Bruce Museum 2011 31 x 23 cm 72 p. profusely ill. in colour. Hardcover. In new condition. An outstanding collection. Mainly focused on Songye figures, really a concentrate of masterpieces! Look at the pictures! Contains also superb items of other tribes: Kuba. Yombe, Kongo, Vili, Binji, Luba. An extremely scarce publication! Poids- weight: 820 g Shipment-envoi: Belgium = 6 eur- France = 8 eur(colissimo) to other european countries = 6 eur/$8- to non european countries = 8 eur/$11(Envoi en courrier prioritaire pour la Belgique et la France. Possibilité d'expédition en colissimo pour la France sur demande et moyennant petite majoration- shipment as book by economy mail to other countries- if you wish an other way of shipment contact ... moreme)
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1940 ca Songye African Carved Wood Mask Primitives Tribal Art Antique Auctions
CIRCA 1940 SONGYE STYLE PAINTED DANCE MASK aBOUT US Payments Page Click Images To Enlarge I have Multiple African Art Listings and Many More to Come! I will be Auctioning Rare African Pieces{2-5 each week} over the next few months. Many with Orenda Lab Reports& Lowell Collins Appraisals. These unique discoveries would make great additions to any collection! A Shaped. Carved and Painted Wooden African Dance Mask Republic of Congo Rendered in a Songye Style Circa- 1940 Make sure to look at the many pictures of this beautiful Item{ 20+ Pics} c lick on image to enlarge photos! Hand forged metal tool signatures are indicated. Including pecking. Cutting, grooving, hand twist drill drilling. Gouging and abrading ORENDA LAB of Santa Fe NM who specializes in authentication and analysis of artifacts and antiquities. Has put together a report on ... morethis piece. The work was done by Frank Aon, renowned antiquities forensic scientist of Orenda. Conclusion of Lab- There is ample evidence to support the authenticity of this object being a genuine ethnographical artifac t. To view the report and appraisal refer to pictures# 4& 6. For the cradentials of the appraiser. Lowell Collins. Refer to the last 2 pictures in the gallery. If you would like the report and appraisal sent to you via email. Please let me know{the auction winner will also receive the full original reports. They will accompany this Rare Artifact} Material- deciduous wood. Aprox. Age- circa 1940{ this is an approximate age} Aprox Size- 13 1/2" tall{32.4 cm in height x 21.7 cm in width x 7.6 cm in depth} Condition- handling wear is indicated. Crack on bottom right, refer to picture# 7 on 1st page of photo gallery{look to lower right area of mask} For more African art check out my store! 10% of store profits go to aid victims of human trafficking If you have any questions please ask Thanks for looking! Paypal Confirmed Addresses Only Ships Worldwide Items Will be Shipped by USPS or FedEx Ground on the Same or Next Business day of receiving full pa
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SONGYE DOLL AFRICAN TRIBAL ART ARTE AFRICANO AFRICANISCHE KUNST
Origin: DRC Size: 23.22 x 11.02 inches Weight: 0.3 8 pounds Material: Wood WE SHIP WORLDWIDE France: from $12.00 Belgium/ The Netherlands/Luxembourg: from $10.00 Germany: from $20.00 Italy: from $22.00 Spain(Continental) from $22.00 Australia: from $90.00 Japan: from $90.00 Canada: from $90.00 Please ask for your country. Dear Customers, Because recent unjustified negative feedbacks. It is time to introduce ourself. Ckurumba is an African art gallery based in Belgium(Europe) Our store is specially designed for people who speak only English. We belong to the renowed Ebay seller Artdafrica who has no less than 7400 positive feedbacks on ebay. Thanks to our African colonial past and our location in Belgium which is the central place in Europe for african art market. We can offer the best selection of African art items. Each item is very high ... moreselected by ourself from Mali to Angola to offer the best quality available. Also we bought items here in Europe from collectors or other people. Because of our experience we have the largest desposit of african art in Europe. If ever you are looking for one item which is not listed on our ebay auctions. Please contact us we can help you to find it. 100% satisfaction. Returns are accepted without any reason being cited by the buyer. The reference must be made within 7 days of receipt of the object by the buyer. The refund of the purchase price of the item to the buyer will complete without any restocking fee is charged. This refund will be issued upon receipt of the object by the seller. Only if it is in its opened package containing all the products shipped. All shipping and forwarding are the sole responsibility of the buyer regardless of the reason for return. 6gf1.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp*2%60%3E6gf1-13ec0c19b70-0xff-
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SONGYE KIFWEBE MASK TRIBAL AFRICAN ART, DR CONGO MALE,WOOD HAND CARVED RED SPC
SONGYE KIFWEBE MASK TRIBAL AFRICAN ART. DR CONGO MALE,WOOD HAND CARVED RED SPC Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge INCREDIBLE LARGE MALE SONGYE KIFWEBE HAND CARVED WOOD IN STRIATED PATTERN SQUARE PROTRUDING MOUTH. LINEAR NOSE, CREST BROWN PIGMENT MID-TWENTIETH CENTURY SIZE: 20" TALL INCLUDING CREST 9 3/4" SIDE TO SIDE AT WIDEST POINT 5 1/4" DEEP MEASURED ON INSIDE AT CREST APPROX 9" DEEP ON THE OUTSIDE CONDITION: Small splits. Scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and use. PLEASE ENLARGE THE PHOTOS BY CLICKING ON THEM AND FROM THERE YOU WILL BE ABLE TO SUPER-SIZE THEM FOR A CLOSER LOOK AT DETAILS AND CONDITION. FEEL FREE TO EMAIL US WITH ANY QUESTIONS OR MORE PHOTOS ... moreWE HAVE MORE MASKS IN OUR EBAY STORE AND WILL BE LISTING OTHERS IN THE FUTURE! USA 48. ONLY S/H/ INS. $15.00 VIA FEDEX- THANK YOU. SHIPPING: U.S.A. SHIPPING IS INSURED BY FEDEX GROUND.NORMALLY SHIP WITHIN FIVE BUSINESS DAYS FROM THE RECEIPT OF PAYMENT. SHIPPING FOR LARGER AND FRAGILE ITEMS MAY TAKE LONGER. AS WE SPEND THE NECESSARY TIME FOR A SAFE DELIVERY. COLORADO RESIDENTS MUST ADD 7.72% SALES TAX TO THE FINAL BID AMOUNT AND THE SHIPPING FEE. TERMS OF SALE: WE SELL OUR ITEMS. AS-IS, AS-FOUND. ALL SALES FINAL. WE DESCRIBE THE ITEMS AS WE SEE THEM AND INCLUDE PHOTOS OR SCANS WITH THE ENLARGE FEATURE. ENLARGE THE PHOTOS/SCANS FOR THE BEST DETAIL AND DESCRIPTION. IF YOU NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE ASK QUESTIONS BEFORE YOU BID. CONTACT US: PLEASE EMAIL US THROUGH EBAY WITH YOUR QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR LISTINGS. WE NORMALLY RESPOND TO INQUIRIES WITHIN TWENTY FOUR HOURS. WE SOMETIMES ARE NOT AVAILABLE TO RESPOND TO INQUIRIES WITHIN THE CLOSING HOURS OF AN AUCTION. WE HAVE THE BUY-IT-NOW. MAKE-OFFER FEATURE ON FURNITURE AND SOME OTHER ITEMS. WE NORMALLY RESPOND FAVORABLY TO HONEST AND FAIR OFFERS. PAYMENT: INVOICE WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY SENT WITHIN AN HOUR OF AUCTION CLOSING. REVIS
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Fascinating, Exciting African Tribal Mask SONGYE KIFWEBE Female Mask African Art
Kifwebe Mask from the Songye of the Congo Here. In my humble opinion, is a rare example of true"ethnographic art. I admit to being a"kifwebe addict. with a deep love for the art form, and so I'm selling some of my pieces to make way for more. Here's what excited me about this mask. Here's an excerpt from the amazing book. An African World: The Basongye Village of Lupupa Ngye. Published in 1974 by Alan P. Merriam(p. 144) The masks were made by specialists; once completed. The mulawe mixture(unknown contents) was made and. In the presence of the society members, rubbed on the mask. It is this magic which'activates' the mask. And the wearer enters into a special state: when you wear the kifwebe, you become something else. This state is known as bwadi. And the person who enters it by donning the mask is no longer ... morehuman, nor is he a spirit; he becomes kifwebe. I have no idea what's made the patination on this mask. But to me it looks like the mask has been used in some tribal context. FUN COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS Note the(final) picture from the seminal work. Beauty and the Beasts by Marc Leo Felix. Showing a mask from the Stewart J. Warkow collection. Final picture. Note the similarity of the crest. Eyes(horizontal stripe) nose and mouth. The size of the mask in the Beauty and the Beasts is 14 inches(36 cm) This mask is also 14 inches. To me that's also exciting. OTHER NOTES Note the unevenness of the holes. Masks made in the traditional method employ an iron adze. And are less concerned about how even the spacing between holes is. Masks are not created to be"art" as we think of it, to be hung on a wall; they serve a practical function. In the case of the Songye, most functions are magical; as part of the Bwadi Bwa(or Bwadi Ka) society, from protecting the village from lightning to helping crops grow, welcoming visitors, policing(in some cases) all generally with the thought of pleasing(or at least avoiding any ill effects from) their god Efile Mukulu. The type of magic pra
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Stunning Songye Kifwebe | Male African Mask | Congo Zaire Africa, Tribal Art
Kifwebe-Style" Mask from the Songye of the Congo Very beautifully carved mask. CONDITION: Very good. AGE: c. 1980 according to paperwork SIZE: 20" 52 cm PROVENANCE: Collection of Richard A.G. Dams. Belgium, signed paperwork. OTHER INFO. VERY lightweight wood; lightweight even compared to some of my other lightweight masks- Holes show irregular spacing and circumference(some are very round; others are more elliptical) There seems to be the remains of paint on the patina; I am not an expert- There is a crack on the rear of the crest. Not visible from the front#
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Vintage Genuine Carved Wood African Mask Kifwebe Songye Abstract Sculpture Folk
This 1970s-80s mask comes from the personal collection of a former Peace Corps volunteer and measures 20” tall x 9” wide x 7 ½” deep and is carved from a single piece of wood with stable worn two-tone paint. The wood shows rounding and wear on the back edges as well as chipping and loss and there is an old shrinkage crack on the lower center as shown. The“crest” has some chipping and loss as well. WE ARE ALWAYS HAPPY TO SHIP WORLDWIDE IF ALLOWED BY USPS. Please contact for international shipping cost quote. Stated U.S. shipping charges are for FEDEX GROUND in the contiguous 48 states. Higher rates may apply for AK and HI or USPS shipping. Please e-mail me if you have any questions. PAYMENT POLICY: Unless arrangements are made prior to bidding. Payment is expected within 7 days after the end of the auction or the item will be re-listed. ... moreVisa/MasterCard payments accepted through PayPal. Indiana residents must add 7% sales tax. On all INTERNATIONAL SHIPMENTS merchandise will be declared as such(not gifts or commercial samples) and value stated as the actual sale price. Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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SONGYE SHIELD AFRICAN TRIBAL ART ARTE AFRICANO AFRICANISCHE KUNST
Songye Shield Origin: DRC Size: 25.59 x 10.62 inches Weight: 3.64 pounds Material: Wood Dear Customers, Because recent unjustified negative feedbacks. It is time to introduce ourself. Ckurumba is an African art gallery based in Belgium(Europe) Our store is specially designed for people who speak only English. We belong to the renowed Ebay seller Artdafrica who has no less than 7400 positive feedbacks on ebay. Thanks to our African colonial past and our location in Belgium which is the central place in Europe for african art market. We can offer the best selection of African art items. Each item is very high selected by ourself from Mali to Angola to offer the best quality available. Also we bought items here in Europe from collectors or other people. Because of our experience we have the largest desposit of african art in Europe. If ever ... moreyou are looking for one item which is not listed on our ebay auctions. Please contact us we can help you to find it. 100% satisfaction. Returns are accepted without any reason being cited by the buyer. The reference must be made within 7 days of receipt of the object by the buyer. The refund of the purchase price of the item to the buyer will complete without any restocking fee is charged. This refund will be issued upon receipt of the object by the seller. Only if it is in its opened package containing all the products shipped. All shipping and forwarding are the sole responsibility of the buyer regardless of the reason for return.
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ANTIQUE SONGYE WARRIORS BATTLEAXE
Second half of the 19th century. 14 3/4" length. Wood haft with elliptical section tear form terminal decorated with a single scorched circle each side. lightly tapered haft. Flared butt(old smoothed over chips) Iron head with hammer raised edges and stepped curved cutting edge. Field decorated with clusters of circles forged in. Shaft shows smooth glossy old patina. Light encrustation and a few surface blemishes. Blade shows most original hammer finish and dark patina 94-351 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. If you need any additional information or photos. Please feel free to contact us.
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A BEGIN 20 TH CENTURY SONGYE NKISI FIGURE CONGO
HARD WOOD-MAGICAL MATERIAL ANIMAL HORN BEAUTIFUL OLD PATINA COLLECTED FIFTIES BY BELGIAN SOLDIER 88 CM HIGH
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African Songye Kifwebe Mask-new handmade wall decor
SquareTrade © AP6.0 New Handmade African Songye Kifwebe Mask approximately 7 x 3.5 x 16 inches The Songye people. Like many African people groups, create sculptures and masks to enable the powers of their secret society the Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe. The Kifwebe masks either encourage community values or ensure the reproductivity of the group. This is a very unique mask with its angular shapes and grooved lines. It has a loop on the back to facilitate hanging. Please be sure to visit our shop to see our entire collection of. And! As each mask is handmade with simple tools in the traditional manner. Measurements are approximate and averages of this type of mask. Pictures are also only representative of the basic theme as each work is unique. There will be small"flaws" and other signs of a personally made artwork; these are part of the ... morecharacter of each mask! Condition: New Materials: Wood; dyes; metal and leather loop Origin: Ghana. Africa Dimensions: approximately 7 x 3.5 x 16 inches Terms Of Sale Payment We accept PayPal. Shipping Please see shipping calculator below for shipping charges for this item. We always ship as soon as possible. Usually within 3 business days of receipt of payment. During busy times, it may be up to 5 days. We charge the exact shipping costs. If shipping charges are computed incorrectly, we will either refund the difference(if it was an overcharge) or pay the difference ourselves(if it was an undercharge) We pack carefully and professionally. Using only new boxes and plenty of cushioning. One of our customers has referred to our technique as"bomb proof! Returns and Refunds Returns are happily(okay. Just politely) accepted. Please contact us first, so we know to look for it. Then repackage the item carefully, and ship it back in any way that is easiest for you. Once it arrives, we will inspect it, and if it is in original condition, we will then refund the price paid, minus shipping, in the same manner in which it was paid. Please note that the item must get to us in original
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CHOKWE STATUE Congo kuba luba pende lunda songe luena songye tjokwe baule fang
Fine Chokwe Fertility Statue. Congo Angola. Check out my! Height 14 Inch or 35.5 cm. made from Wood* Brown shiny patine. you are bidding or thinking about bidding on an authentic and old item. This fine piece is dated around year 1925* Ethnographic Chokwe female fertility figure* From Private Collector. OR MAIL ME YOUR BEST BID/ OFFER* Make sure to view photos for further details on condition. Before bidding on this auction and feel free to ask any questions you have. The photo's/ pictures are the most important part of the description. If there is any chance you have an issue with this auction. Please contact me first to resolve the issues. Feedback: 1. the item at auction/ pictures is always the item I will send you 2. all your messages will be answered within 1 day 3. the item will always been shipped before or within the agreed handling ... moretime. rating in feedback is NOT included the time that item received you, because there is NO influence on the time taken by shipping companies and customs. By the seller. 4. shipping and handling charge: free of charge Thanks and happy bidding. As a private person I cannot always compete with professional sellers. Check out my! THANKS! If you are interested. Do not hesitate to contact me by e-mail, for further information or mail your best bid. If hesitating. Just mail me your questions. TAGS: key words: tribal art. African art, ancestor statue, baule, baoule, akan, lobi, kran, dan, tribe, kuba, luba, songe, songye, Ashanti, chokwe, Bamileke, pende, Dogon, Fang, Fon, ibo, kongo, mende, senufo, Yoruba, Tiv, lega, mask, statue, ancestor, ancestor ritual, ancestor rituals, ancestor altar, ethnographic, bambara, bamana, shoowa, kuba cloth. key words: tribal art, african art, ancestor statue, baule, baoule, akan, lobi, kran, dan, tribe, kuba, luba, songe, songye, Ashanti, chokwe, Bamileke, pende, Dogon, Fang, Fon, ibo, kongo, mende, senufo, Yoruba, Tiv, lega
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AFRICAN AFRIKANISCHE SONGYE FETISCHES CONGO
SET OF THREE(3) Size: 15/19/23 cm from the right side. Belgian Congo 1950 shipping cost to EUROPE 20euro. JUST LOVELY PIECES. Drie mooie beeldjes van de stam Songye!
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Rarity fine big antike Songye Mask Zaire 28 inch
Rarity fine big antike Songye Mask Zaire hige 28 inch/ Höhe 70 cm old used condtion. The shippincost inkl. insurance USA is Usd 48. Look at Please press right here They are many afrikan pices at ebay Auktion Von uns Differenzversteuert nach §24a UStG. Für Sie fallen keinen weitern Kostan an.
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Kuba Cup Palmwine Kongo Congo luba songye baule pende songye chokwe Yoruba lega
RARE PALMWINE CUP* Tribe: Kuba. Kongo. Height 38.3 cm or 15.2 Inch. Provenance: German Private Collector. Customer Gallery Walu. Zürich. Similar item has been for auction at Auction Koller Zürich. Pictures 2 and 3, cataloged 5 December 2011. Literature: Robbins. Warren M. Ingram Nooter, Nancy 1989. African Art in American Collections. Washington; Smithsonian Institution Press. Lot 348. Estimated between € 1670- € 2500# On picture 8 there is a tribal restoration. And on the bottom a little hole. Picture 10 and 11. Shiny brown/ black patina. Palm Wine Cup. Stamm: Kuba. Kongo. Höhe 38.3 cm oder 15,2 Zoll. Herkunft: Deutsche Private Collector. Kundengalerie Walu. Zürich. Ähnliche Artikel hat Bein zur Auktion bei Koller Auktionen Zürich. Bilder 11 und 12. 5. Dezember 2011. estimated between € 1670- € 2500) Literatur: ... moreRobbins. Warren M. Ingram Nooter, Nancy 1989. Afrikanische Kunst in amerikanischen Sammlungen. Washington. Smithsonian Institution Press. Am 8. Bild gibt es eine Stammes-Restaurierung. Und auf der Unterseite ein kleines Loch. Bild 10. Glänzend braun/ schwarze Patina. free/ $0 for shipping is based on registered economy shipping. Tracking code and insured. Value shipping outside Europ = $ 49. money back guaranty if delivered item does not match the pictures in this auction. key words: tribal art. African art, ancestor statue, baule, baoule, akan, lobi, kran, dan, tribe, kuba, luba, songe, songye, Ashanti, chokwe, Bamileke, pende, Dogon, Fang, Fon, ibo, kongo, mende, senufo, Yoruba, Tiv, lega, mask, statue, ancestor, ancestor ritual, ancestor rituals, ancestor altar, ethnographic, bambara, bamana, shoowa, kuba cloth. key words: tribal art, african art, ancestor statue, baule, baoule, akan, lobi, kran, dan, tribe, kuba, luba, songe, songye, Ashanti, chokwe, Bamileke, pende, Dogon, Fang, Fon, ibo, kongo, mende, senufo, Yoruba, Tiv, lega, mask, stat
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African Hemba Tribe Bearded Chief Fur Carved Singiti Statue Congo Songye Kifwebe
African Hemba Tribe Bearded Man w. Fur& Cloth Carved Singiti Statue This is a carved wood Singiti Male Ancestor Figure/Statue from the Hemba Tribe in Africa. It depicts a bearded man. Slit eyes, open mouth with sharp short teeth, a fur hat and arm band, a cloth wrap and a rope bandelier. Hands wrapped over swollen belly. Museum marks on the bottom. Height: aprox. 20 1/2" 52 cm) Please contact me via eBay for more info/pictures. I am an honest and reliable eBayer- view my feedback record and bid with confidence. Payment expected within 3 days of end of auction. Local pick-up possible in Paris. No time-wasters please. If you don't intend to pay don't bid. Return policy: refund given only if item is not as described. On condition that item is returned max.5 days after reception of item by buyer. Shipping and Handling are non-refundable(buyer ... morepays return S&H- P&P) All merchandise must be returned in original sold condition. I do not deal in fakes& do not make second chance offers. I do strive to provide 5 star service. If there is a problem with your purchase please contact me before leaving feedback. Good luck and happy bidding! N'hésitez pas à me contacter pour toute question ou photo supplémentaire. Paiement sous 3 jours. La remise en main propre est possible à Paris dans le 7ème arrondissement contre règlement en espèces. Consultez mes autres ventes. Groupez vos achats et épargnez sur les frais de port. Le retour est accepté. 5 jours après reception par l'acheteur, dans l'etat ou l'objet a été envoyé. Bonnes enchères à tous.
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Superb African Tribal Art SONGYE Nkisi Power Figure
My Auctions* My Feedback* Add to Favorites* My Ebay Store* Superb African Tribal Art SONGYE Nkisi Power Figure Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Superb old African Tribal Art SONGYE Magical Power Figure Dimesion 29" H x 8"W x 7"D Wood-Horn Early 20th Century Age Cracks, Overall condition good. Old Wood deterioration, chips and scrapes. Free shipping Worldwide! Democratic Republic of the Congo The Songye made power figures. Nkisi(singular) and Mankishi(plural) to combat witchcraft and sorcery. They were benign and were believed to bring good, promote fertility and success, vanquish enemies and protect from evil. Large ones were owned by and served the community; small ones were for individual families. Adorned with additional objects, Bajimba, with magical properties(horns, skins, teeth, hair, feathers, ... morebeads, tacks, cloth, etc. they gained their power not from the carver but from the Nganga, or spiritual leader. Their carving was considered secondary to their power. Often too powerful to touch, they were moved with long sticks. Although protective, these are confrontational objects, with a warrior's attitude. Receive my Email Newsletters for Great Discounts! Every buyer gets a MyStoreRewards invitation for cash back Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Click to open supersize image Shipping& Payment We offer FREE SHIPPING as part of our commitment to FIVE STAR customer service. All items are carefully packed&
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Vieux Masque Africain ethnie Songye-Kifwebé ( Congo RDC )
Vieux Masque Africain ethnie Songye-Kifwebé( Congo RDC) Hauteur: 51 cm/ L.33 cm. Année 1960 Matière: Bois-Belle patine Ceci n'est pas une copie Le prix de livraison varie selon le poids ou la destination
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STATUE SONGYE ART AFRICAIN AFRICAN ART ARTE AFRICANO AFRICANISCHE KUNST
Provenance: RDC Dimension: 25 cm Poids: 0.214 kg Le poids et la dimension de nos objets sont donnés à titre indicatif pour vous permettre de calculer le prix de la livraison et ne sont en aucun cas contractuels Matériaux: Bois Possibilité de venir examiner sur place les pièces mises en vente. Du lundi au vendredi de 09H00 à 17H00. Merci de nous contacter pour les frais de livraison hors pays spécifiés Vous pouvez toujours opter pour la poste dont vous pouvez trouver le tarif sur www.laposte.be cliquer sur paquet national pour Belgique. International pour le reste, vérifier le poids de l'objet sur l'annonce, vous aurez le prix de la livraison. PS: Nous regroupons vos commandes pour diminuer les frais d'envoi. Des infos sur l'art africain? C onnecte z- vous sur le blog: http:laportedogon.azurewebsites.net/ ... morePrésent sur Ebay depuis 2005. Nous sommes spécialisé dans l'art africain. Nos objets proviennent de récoltes"in-situ" ou de rachats de collections privées, nombreuses en Belgique. Nous vous invitons à visiter notre galerie sur le net dans laquelle vous trouverez une multitude d'objets réservés aux amateurs avertis Le 24-janv.13 à 02:41:28 CET. Le vendeur a ajouté les informations suivantes: Le 20-avr.13 à 02:53:07 CEST. Le vendeur a ajouté les informations suivantes:
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Antique African Mask Songye Kifewebe Male
Antique African Songye Kifewebe Mask Male SONGYE: Ceremonial Mask Zaire During the 16th century. The Songye migrated from the Shaba area, which is now the southern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Their history is closely linked to the Luba's, to whom the Songye are related through common ancestors. Having waged war against one another for a long time, the Songye and Luba later formed an alliance to fight the Arabs. Songye origins are shared with the Luba through a common mythical Songye ancestor known as Kongolo, who can be traced through lineages to the 16th century. The linguistic traditions of these neighboring peoples are intertwined as well. It is believed that the founders of the Songye emerged from the lake region in Shaba province to the south in the heart of the Luba homeland. Highly stylized masks called the Kifwebe ... moreare famous Songye tribal art. These masks have grooved pattern on the face and is a common characteristic. The white paint in the grooves symbolizes peace, light and the purity of the soul. Some mask adorned with brown, tan and blue symbolizes nature as positive force. The facial elements are associated with animals. Some mask appears to have the Black white stripes of a zebra. The nose in most instances seems to appear triangular and the mouth is always protruding and geometrically shaped- rectangular, square, half circle. The Songye tribe uses this type of masks during ceremonies, and at the funeral processions of important leaders. According to the Songye tribe, when certain individuals of the Kifwebe society wear the mask along with the costume and raffia beard they are believed to gain magical powers that can manipulate evil spirits. This is an amazing work of art! The tall crest protruding from the forehead area means that this is a male mask. The female masks have smaller crests or none at all. It has a real history of tribal use and would make a great addition to your collection! It's in amazing condition and you can see and smell the age of this piece! I have m
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SUPERB UNUSUAL SONGYE KIFWEBE MASK- ARTENEGRO Gallery with African Tribal Arts
SUPERB UNUSUAL SONGYE KIFWEBE MASK Ethnic group: Songye Country of origin: D.R. Congo Material: Wood. Pigment, paint Approximate age: Early- Mid 20th Century Dimensions: 15.5in x 8in x 8in(39.5 cm x 20.5 cm x 20.5 cm) Stand is included Provenance will be given to buyer INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS WELCOME BID WITH CONFIDENCE: 100% POSITIVE FEEDBACK Please feel free to contact me with any questions or comments and make sure to see my other African art objects. Thank you for looking. David. ARTENEGRO African Tribal Arts London
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EXCELLENT OLD SONGYE / LUBA KIFWEBE MASK - ARTENEGRO Gallery African Tribal Arts
EXCELLENT OLD SONGYE/ LUBA KIFWEBE MASK Ethnic group: Songye. Luba Country of origin: D.R. Congo Material: Wood. Pigment, paint Approximate age: Early- Mid 20th Century Dimensions: 16in x 8in(40.5 cm x 20.5 cm) + Raffia Provenance will be given to buyer INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS WELCOME BID WITH CONFIDENCE: 100% POSITIVE FEEDBACK Please feel free to contact me with any questions or comments and make sure to see my other African art objects. Thank you for looking. David. ARTENEGRO African Tribal Arts London
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** Fine Tribal Statue SONGYE / Congo **
Art Afrique Dimensions: 24.1 inch/ 61 cm Weight: 1.5 kg Material: wood. Metal Country: Congo Songye xsell2 here all autions or all shop articles
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African Tribal Statue Songye Nkisi - Very Nice patina
Songye Nkisi statue, with a nice patina, polychrome on the face. Part on which we find the graphic constant. Linear scarification, rectangular mouth and nose triangle. Originally Shaba Democratic Republic of the Congo, Songye are related to Luba, with whom they share common ancestors. Country: DRC Race: Songye Weight: 2.10 kg Material(s) Wood Size- Height: 56 cm Last picture is from our gallery in Portugal. Thank you!
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RARE Old Congolese Figure - Kongo Songye Tribal Art Fetish Figure Congo Mask
On offer is a rare OLD Congolese figure; 6 inches w/ old museum and collection numbers. Hardwood with original pigments. Fetish hole in head; very hard to find this age and quality. Probably late 19th century! No restoration or alteration of any kind! Excellent condition. Posted with
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EXQUISITE LARGE & OLD SONGYE POWER FIGURE Nkisi - ARTENEGRO African Tribal Arts
EXQUISITE LARGE& OLD SONGYE POWER FIGURE Nkisi Ethnic group: Songye Country of origin: D.R. Congo Material: Wood. Pigment, paint, animal skin, rope, unknown substances Approximate age: Early- Mid 20th Century Dimensions: 28.5 inches tall(72.5 cm) Provenance will be given to buyer INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS WELCOME BID WITH CONFIDENCE: 100% POSITIVE FEEDBACK Please feel free to contact me with any questions or comments and make sure to see my other African art objects. Thank you for looking. David. ARTENEGRO African Tribal Arts London
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AUTHENTIC FEMALE KIFWEBE MASK FROM SONGYE TRIBE
RARE! AUTHENTIC FEMALE KIFWEBE MASK FROM SONGYE TRIBE The most well known and highly sought after mask of the Songye tribe is known as the"Kifwebe" mask. These masks are typically associated with abstract shapes as well as beautiful textured lines and linear scarifications. The facial elements are associated with animals. The oval shaped eyes appear to resemble that of a crocodile, the black& white stripes of a zebra. The nose in most instances seems to appear triangular and the mouth is always protruding and geometrically shaped. rectangular, square, half circle etc) For more examples, see Bacquart's TRIBAL ARTS OF AFRICA and Cornet's A SURVEY OF ZAIRIAN ART-THE BRONSON COLLECTION. The Songye tribe uses this type of masks during ceremonies. And at the funeral processions of important leaders. According to the Songye ... moretribe, when certain individuals of the Kifwebe society wear the mask along with the costume and raffia beard(Mine does not have the raffia) they are believed to gain magical powers that can manipulate evil spirits. The striated masks are used as agents of a tradition and figures of authority to exercise social and political control through practices of evil magic and witchcraft by the members of the bwadi bwa kifwebe society. Among the societies' public performances. Three mask types exist: two grades of male and one female mask. Male masks are distinguished by a striated pattern of three colors while the female one is predominantly white with the features accented in black. This is a excellent example of a female Kifwebe mask circa 1940- 1950. Please read my feedback& buy with confidence!
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OLD AFRICAN ART, TRIBAL ART- SONGYE MALE POWER FIGURE FROM CONGO
African art. Tribal art carved wood African, a standing figure with horn at the tip, the Songye live on the left bank of the Lualaba river in an area of Savanna crossed by numerous major river systems. They have a long history of migration and cultural interchange with other tribe. especially with the Luba from when they are said to have originated. Magical beliefs and practice are widespread among the Songye people who use figures such as this on family or village altars where they contact the spirits of ancestors, nature spirits and where offerings and prayers are given. Chips on feet due to age. Dimension: 9 1/2 inches high x 4 inches wide.
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AFRICAN ART CARVED WOOD SONGYE STATUE
African art carved wood SONGYE statue from D.R. of CONGO. Old crack at one side. Very good patina. Very good and excellent condition. Nice piece to add to your African art collections. The measurement is 17 inches high x 4 1/2 inches wide.
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AFRICAN ART BOOK SONGYE
EXCELLENT BOOK TERVUREEN ABOUT SONGYE 85PAGES SOFT COVER THANK YOU(shipping price depend of the country)
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GothamGallery Fine African Art - DRC Songye Magical Tribal Fetish
Welcome To The Premier Place For Serious Collectors of Fine Authentic African Tribal Art Over 10 Years Online Serving Thousands of Satisfied Customers Offering the Finest Quality Sub-Saharan African Art Exceptional African DRC/ Zaire Songye Protective Fetish Figure Inches: Height: 15 Inches Centimeters: Height: 38 Centimeters Measurements Figure Only Material: Wood. Vegetal Material, Beads, Magical Material, Fur, Horn, Metal Estimated Age: Early 20th Century Condition: Fair- Good Remarks: Highly stylized power fetish angular features adorned with magical attributes brown patina Shipping: US East Coast- Estimated $16.00 Exact rate use shipping calculator INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS WELCOME Documentation of Authenticity/ Any Available Provenance Will Be Included With This Piece. CONDITION Wood deterioration. Scrapes and chips, lost to attributes, ... moreage cracks, worn areas, overall condition fair to good. Thank you and please view my other items. BACKGROUND During the 16th century. The Songye migrated from the Shaba area, which is now the southern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Their history is closely linked to the Luba's, to whom the Songye are related through common ancestors. Having waged war against one another for a long time, the Songye and Luba later formed an alliance to fight the Arabs. Songye origins are shared with the Luba through a common mythical Songye ancestor known as Kongolo, who can be traced through lineages to the 16th century. The linguistic traditions of these neighboring peoples are intertwined as well. It is believed that the founders of the Songye emerged from the lake region in Shaba province to the south in the heart of the Luba homeland. Highly stylized masks called the Kifwebe are famous Songye tribal art. These masks have grooved pattern on the face and is a common characteristic. The white paint in the grooves symbolizes peace, light and the purity of the soul. Fetishes of all sizes were also produced by the Songye people and some may adorn multitude of objects which belie
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CHOKWE SANZA 19TH CENTURY. GENUINE CONGO TRIBAL PIECE. NOT ZULU DOGON SONGYE
A GREAT EXAMPLE FOR THE COLLECTOR OF CHOKWE/CONGO TRIBAL ART. CUSTOM HIGH QUALITY DISPLAY STAND INCLUDED.
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ATQ VINTAGE AFRICAN TRIBAL WOOD CARVING PRIMITIVE SONGYE KIFWEBE MASK SCULPTURE
Samuel Collection No reserve fine art auctions Overview: This is an original antique vintage African wood carved mask sculpture. Unsigned. I recently purchased a HUGE collection of African masks and sculptures that range from 50-200 yrs. old. See my other auctions for more of this amazing African collection. Bids start at 12 dollars. Condition: Mask has wear. Scratches, chips, and or splits. Overall in good condition. See photos. Needs wire to hang. Measurements: Measures 15 by 25 by 9.25 inches.
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Songye Masked Figure Nkishi Custom Stand DR Congo Africa
Title, Songye Masked Male Figure Nkishi Custom Stand African Type of Object, Carving. Statue, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Songye, Materials, Wood. pigment, horn, animal skin, Approximate Age, mid 20th century, Dimensions, 34 inches H. x 6 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. 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. Damage/Repair, cracks and holes in head. Loose horn, large chips and cracks in base, Additional Information: An interesting sculpture dramatically ... morecarved and proportioned and with some apparent use and age. This impressive large sculpture of a male figure wearing a Kifwebe mask comes from the Songye people who live on the left bank of the Lualaba River in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Figures among the Songye generally served a common purpose as âobjects of powerâ but rarely are shown wearing a mask. Among the Songye âpower figuresâ more commonly called âfetishâ figures have different magical substances that the owner. The ritual and magical âspecialistâ considers important to give the figure power to act and the magical substances that load a figure with power are called bishimba. The specialist who uses the figure is known as an nganga, literally a âspecialistâ(doctor) who can cure, divine or direct magical power against others. What is most intriguing is the fact that this figure may have been used by the menâs secret society known as the Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe society. The strong features and facial markings make Kifwebe one of the most dramatic masks in all of Africa. Among the Songye the Bongo antelope has special powers and its strip
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Africa Congo Songye Figure Tribal African Art .. 2' tall
You are bidding on a Tribal Art Statuette from the Songye Tribesmen living in Southeastern DR Congo. The Songye created impressive sculptures and masks used within their secret societies.They are characterized by powerful features.With the figures covered in paraphernalia. Regional variations can be observed to the large area occupied by the Songye tribe. The most known masks crated by the Songye are the Kifwebe masks, with the face covered by linear incisions, a square protruding mouth and a linear nose.The Songye fetish figures are usually male with an elongated torso framed by set-apart arms and their hands rest on their abdomen. Material: Wood, rattle, metal, raffia and pigments.It is two feet( 2' in height. It shows wear and tear. PLEASE see pics. Please always wait for invoice from me before payment is made, I am online several ... moretimes a day during the week,not as often on weekends. I will combine shipping on multiple items won( within reason) when possible. Please let me know if you intend on bidding my other auctions to do the combined shipping. In most cases, shipping for smaller items will be USPS parcel/economy. Sometimes there is a minimal difference in shipping upgrades,if so I will choose the upgrade. Larger items will be shipped UPS. Local pick-up ALWAYS( 06062) available. I will always do my best to properly picture and describe my items for sale. Please submit to me any questions you may have prior to bidding.When applicable, International shipping may be extra. I will always do my best in insuring your package arrives safely. I will always leave feedback after it is left for me. Thank you for looking and good luck bidding. Bob
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SONGYE AFRICAN MASK 17"
SONGYE AFRICAN MASK 17"
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Antique African Songye Tribe Ceremonial Axe Weapon Tribal Metal Congo Vintage
Here we have a fascinating vintage ceremonial axe that we believe comes from the Songye tribe in present-day Congo. This weapon is very heavy. With a large thick metal blade that is decorated with face set into what appears to be ornamental iron. The blade itself has small dots going across the length of it. The handle is covered in some type of leather. Please read the condition notes and inspect the photos carefully. Measurements: 16" inches long. 9.25" inches wide(from edge of handle to edge of blade. Condition: Obvious signs of age and wear including some rusting. Metal pitting, nicks, scratches, and cracks in the leather handle. There is a part of a sticker present on the blade, presumably from a previous trade, but we did not attempt to remove it. The blade has a little bit of wobblyness to it. Please inspect the photos carefully ... moreas we have tried to capture the imperfections. Sold AS IS. WA
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Songye Miniature Mask, DRC, wood, pigments
The vast Luba territory. Comprising the entire southeastern part of the DRC, as far as Tanganyika and Lake Mweru. Is uniform as regards language and culture, but racially mixed. Although the history of the Luba people is one of violence and warfare, their artistic style is characterized by harmonious integration of organically related forms. Luba arts counts amongst the finest that Africa has to offer. The Luba is associated with water and benevolent practices. Their role is to bring purity within the community of the evil spirits of sorcerers and the dead. In the Luba society. When a pregnant woman dreams about images of Luba, her newborn is welcomed as a Luba child and named after the mask. Mothers will then wear a miniature representation of a Luba mask around their necks. Circa 20th century From: DRC Measures: 7 inches*The safest hedge ... moreagainst inflation is buying the right art at the right time* AAPAP Posted with the
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Large Congo Songye Statue Figure African carved wood Tribal Art with Provenance
Large Congo Songye Statue Figure African carved wood Tribal Art with Provenance This Statue was purchased from the estate of Dr Michael Anbar It measures Approx 32" tall by 9" across the shoulders Condition: Good See photos. Natural age crack on the wood, Large chip on the bottom of left side of his foot see photo# 23 Photos are part of my description Note: I do not know the exact age. As this is not my area of expertise, I welcome comments of anyone who can help to provide accuratte information about the age. I will be selling more african carved objects from the same estate Shipping: When you purchase this item means that you agree with our shipping costs, The handling cost and insurance is automatically added on the price that you see on the shipping details. We do not pack anything ourselves. We use a professional packing service ... moreand use proper packing materials. We offer combined shipping on multiple purchases. If you have any questions please let us know.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Feog4d72f%2Bf7%60%3E-13f69932404-0x105-
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Congo Songye Mask African carved wood Face mask Tribal Art with Provenance
Congo Songye Mask African carved wood Face mask Tribal Art with Provenance This mask was purchased from the estate of Dr Michael Anbar The Mask measures 14 1/2" long by approx 8 the widest part Condition: Good See photos. A chip on the wood on the right bottom corner of the face See photos Photos are part of my description Note: I do not know the exact age. As this is not my area of expertise, I welcome comments of anyone who can help to provide accuratte information about the age. I will be selling more african carved objects from the same estate Shipping: When you purchase this item means that you agree with our shipping costs, The handling cost and insurance is automatically added on the price that you see on the shipping details. We do not pack anything ourselves. We use a professional packing service and use proper packing materials. ... moreWe offer combined shipping on multiple purchases. If you have any questions please let us know
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Antique Tribal African Songye Wooden Mask - Congo Hand Carved Art
You are bidding on the Antique Tribal African Songye Wooden Mask- Congo Hand Carved Art This is from the Songye tribe in the Congo region of Africa. The Songye tribe uses this type of masks during ceremonies. And at the funeral processions of important leaders. The colors of brown and tan on the mask symbolize nature as a positive force. Measures: 12*7*4 inches. Weights 12 oz. The mask is authentic and has an original smell of burning oil(usually happened during spiritual ceremonies) Good luck. ATTENTION! This piece came to me from the auction of a Art-Gallery-Went-Bankrupt. During next couple of weeks I will be posting a lot of African masks. Statues and sculptures(over 200 pieces) So. Please keep an eye on my auctions for more great deals. Thank you! PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE BIDDING! PAYMENT· PURCHASER pays shipping and handling ... morecosts plus purchase price. Preferred methods of payment: Paypal– transfer of actual funds and all major credit cards(Visa. Master Card, Amex, Discover) via Paypal and through our store; BID PAY; Cashiers check; Personal checks are also accepted with 7 days wait to clear– Other form of payments- upon request· Please be advised that according to eBay“Buyers automatically enter into a legally binding contract to purchase the item from the seller if they win the auction-style listing or use the Buy It Now feature. eBay's Unpaid Item policy requires buyers to pay for the items that they commit to purchase. eBay will take action against buyers who do not pay for items they have won. All payments must be received within 10 days after completion of the auction. Purchasers who fail to pay or make arrangements to pay for the item they won within 3 Calendar days from the time they advise of their purchase will be deemed in violation of the above provision and will be reported to eBay as a non payer.Once reported. EBay will take the appropriate action. And item will be relisted. SHIPPING SHIPPING WITHIN USA. All packages within US(lower 48 states) wil
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VENAVI EWE (Togo) RARE - Ibeji, Fon, Dan, Colon, Ashanti, Yoruba, Punu, Songye
Venavi Ewe from Togo(1970) A terrific and rare Venavi Ewe from Togo. This colon style is very rare to find. Simply beautiful. Smooth patina, great details. Little stable crack on the figures, very hard wood. Height 27 cm- Dated about 1970 Shipping Worldwide- Cost: USA 15 $. European Community 10 $. Italy 8 $. Rest of the world 18 $ All the questions are welcome. Answer asap Payment by Paypal or money bank transfer IBAN Other interesting items online. Thanks Pubblicato con ``d.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fvo%7B%3Dd70f%2B%3E%60%60d-13f7471dc5a-0xfe-
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Songye Kifwebe Mask with Raffia Netting Costume DR Congo African Mask
Title, Songye Kifwebe Mask DR Congo African Mask, Type of Object, Mask, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Songye, Materials, Wood. Pigment, vegetal fibers, Approximate Age, mId 20th century, Dimensions, 17.5 inches H x 8 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. 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. Damage/Repair, holes in both side at edges. Chipped eyes, scratches in places, Songye Kifwebe Female Mask DR Congo African Mask Additional Information: A well carved ... moreand used mask; face with striations and white pigment and netting costume. This mask belongs to the most famous of the Songye masks. Made for the Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe Secret society. Kifwebe" means"Mask" in the Songye language. The face generally is covered with linear incisions which are sometimes pigmented, the mouth is most often square and protruding. If it has a central crest, it is masculine; if not, feminine. The size of the crest determines the magical power of the mask. During initiation, circumcision, or funeral ceremonies. For examples, and more information, see Bacquart's TRIBAL ARTS OF AFRICA and Cornet's A SURVEY OF ZAIRIAN ART-THE BRONSON COLLECTION. According to Hersak(1985: 168) The striated masks, or kifwebe, are used as agents of a tradition and figures of authority to exercise social and political control through practices of evil magic and witchcraft by the members of the bwadi bwa kifwebe society. Among the societies' public performances, three mask types exist: two grades of male and one female mask. Male masks are distinguished by a striated pattern of three colors while the female one is predominantly white with the features ac
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A RARE SONGYE-NSAPO NKISI FIGURE CONGO
HARD WOOD MAGICAL SUBSTANCES ANIMAL HORN NICE OLD PATINA FIRST HALF 20 TH CENTURY 34 CM HIGH
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African wooden power figure Songye Nkisi 13in tall 20thC Allan Arthur Antiques
African carved wooden figure. A"Power figure" called N'kisi, Songye people, D.R. Congo, 20thC vintage, the N'kisi was thought to grant the owner special powers or gifts, hand carved wood with fabric, the horn in the head is a magical charge, and would be filled with medicines to cure what ills, small amounts of wear and minor chips, 13in tall, 3251 Allan Arthur Antiques Serving Atlanta since 1988 Atlanta's largest collection of African Art Shipping quote is for the continental USA Contact us for International shipping Georgia residents pay 8% sales tax Thanks for looking and good luck bidding
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Songye Power Figure Nkishi DR Congo African 22 Inch
Title, Songye Power Figure. Nkishi, DR Congo African, Type of Object, Standing Power Figure, Country of Origin, Democratic Republic of Congo, People, Songye, Materials, Wood. Horn, cotton cloth, pigment, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 22 Inches H. x 7 inches W. Overall Condition, Very poor. 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. Damage/Repair, severe old insect damage arrested leaving large holes and chips; cracks in head. In body, in base and in ... moresticks,chipped horn, dirty cloth. Additional Information: A Songye standing figure with hands placed on either side of the abdomen. Sticks in the arms, and horn into the head. The dramatic expression on this figure is emphasized by the use of animal horn inserted in the head. This horn was used to fill with magical elements. This well used figure comes from the Songye with overtones of other styles evident. The Songye live on the left bank of the Lualaba River in an area of savanna crossed by numerous major river systems. They have a long history of migration and cultural interchange with the Hemba. Kuba, Tetela, Luluwa and especially with the Luba from whom they are said to have originated. Magical beliefs and practice are widespread among the Songye people who use figures such as this on family or village altars where they contact the spirits of ancestors, nature spirits, and where offerings and prayers are given. Power figures among the Songye are known as nkishi(mankishi) while the same figure is commonly called a âfetishâ when placed in Western collections with misplaced implications. Whereas Songye buanga figures are dedicated to positive ends early Europeans
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EARLY Songye Kifwebe AFRICAN TRIBAL Mask MALE HIGH COMB Sotheby’s Parke-Bernet
VINTAGE EARLY TO MID 20TH CENTURY I BELIEVE. BUT MAYBE EARLIER. Songye Kifwebe AFRICAN TRIBAL Mask MALE WITH HIGH COMB FOUND IN ESTATE WITH ORIGINAL Sotheby’s Parke-Bernet NEW YORK AUCTION LOT TAG. THIS WAS PURCHASED AT AUCTION BETWEEN 1968 TO 1975.Country of origin: Zaire( D.R. Congo) IF YOU HAVE EARLY Sotheby’s Parke-Bernet NEW YORK AUCTION CATALOGS, YOU MAY BE ABLE TO LOOK UP THIS ONE. LOT NUMBER 641 IN THEIR AFRICAN ARTS CATALOGS FROM THE 1960's TO 1970's. Material: Wood,paint, pigment Dimensions: 22 in x 11 in x 10 in Please see pictures. ALL ITEMS ON MY SITE ARE GUARANTEE TO BE 100% VINTAGE, AND NOT REPRODUCTIONS. Please email me if you have any questions, thank you. Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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Beautiful Antique Songye Female Kifwebe Mask – Congo Zaire / DRC
This is a beautiful antique Songye mask from the Kifwebe society. The Songye is a tribe from the central part of DRC(Kasai and Maniema) Although medium in size. It has many subgroups and its sculpture is widely known for its often spectacular and highly expressive features, whether fetishes or the Kifwebe masks. The piece here is of the white female type coming from the southern part of the Songye territory(where Luba influence is found, including the rounder upper part of the mask) It is made of a medium hard wood and shows a long conic shape. With round forehead, horizontal slit eyes, a thin square nose and thin, cross shaped mouth. A dark strip runs from the top of the head over the nose and widens at the chin. The mask is covered in white pigments– with a brownish discoloration(which is an indication that it was kept in a smoky environment) ... moreas well as finely cut striations. It also shows a nice patina inside. This is an old. Strong looking mask. Dimensions are 16x9x8. 2p5ddv.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk%601d72f%2B26rk%3E2p5ddv-13f8c4806c4-0xf6-
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Songye Standing Power Figure Nkishi Horn Animal Skin African
Title, Songye Standing Power Figure Nkishi Horn Animal skin African Type of Object, Carving. Statue. Country of Origin, Democratic Republic of Congo, People, Songye, Materials, Wood. Animal skin and horn, pigment, nails, cowrie shells, Approximate Age, mid/Second half Twentieth Century, Dimensions, 24 inches H. x 5.5 W. Overall Condition, Good. 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. Damage/Repair, patina worn away. Shallow cracks, scrubbed surface, traces of white ... morepigment, attachments removed, Additional Information: A Songye poer figure with a strong Luba influence. A animal horn is placed in the top. In addition. The head is decorated with a piece of animal skin, Many of the magical elements and charges thatoriginally surrounded the figure were removed and th surface was slightly scrubbed or cleaned. This figure has a prominent belly instead of an opening in the stomach which would often have magical substances that give the figure its powers. A hig quality figure that would stand well in any collection! The Songye as well as the Luba people of the greater Congo. Use art to meet the contingencies of everyday life through the activities of the local priest or diviner known as the Nganga. These individuals of great spiritual strength and inductive abilities use the rituals, secret formula and sculptures to heal and prevent the activities of malevolent forces. Figures like this are known as Nkishi and often serve to control one s destiny. And forestall evil-doers or to work magic and most importantly to gain the attention of the spirit world. Nkishi serve as the contact point between the spirits and the Nganga. Figures are where the ritu
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20% SALE*SONGYE FETISH MASKETTE 8"
I have recently purchased a number of TRIBAL items. I will sell all for a GREAT PRICE as I purchased them at a low cost. These are listed at least 40-50% under comparable items. They are all unique ritual items. THIS IS AN AMAZING* BEAUTIFULL SONGYE RITUAL FETISH MASKETTE LOVELY PATINA MANY NAILS. BRASS TACKS, PIECES OF BRASS,COPPER, ETC. ATTACHED-8" QUITE OLD AND A REAL PIECE OF UNIQUE ART-EVEN NICER THAN SHOWN- SELLING FOR UNDER 70% WHAT I BOUGHT IT FOR! i'VE SEEN ONE A SIMILAR ITEM TO THIS SOLD FOR $300.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp*a4%601gc%3E-13f927bc796-0xef-
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Vieux Masque africain - Old African Mask / Maske : Songye , RD Congo , Afrique
Vieux Masque africain Old African Mask/ Maske Songye. RD Congo, Afrique Matériaux: Bois 40 cm- 650 gr. Autres photos sur demande! Paiement par virement privilégié! International bidders. Please contact before for shipping costs! Une question? Une réponse! Bonnes enchères!
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