Kuyu, Democratic Republic of Congo.

Kebe-Kebe marrot head made of light wood. 

The face is surmounted by a high striated headdress, decorated with a flattened rhombus in the shape of lips. The neck is ringed, the mouth ajar on carved teeth.

Polychromy on a natural background in white, red and black. The tarnished colours attest to the age of the object.

H. : 42 cm.

Cracks and small lacks.
Timed Sunday 26 April 2020・20:00 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 21

Kuyu, Democratic Republic of Congo. Kebe-Kebe marrot head made of light wood. The face is surmounted by a high striated headdress, decorated with a flattened rhombus in the shape of lips. The neck is ringed, the mouth ajar on carved teeth. Polychromy on a natural background in white, red and black. The tarnished colours attest to the age of the object. H. : 42 cm. Cracks and small lacks.

Estimate
€700 - €1,100
Result
Not communicated
Buyer's premium
24%
Kuyu, Democratic Republic of Congo. Kebe-Kebe marrot head made of light wood. The face is surmounted by a high striated headdress, decorated with a flattened rhombus in the shape of lips. The neck is ringed, the mouth ajar on carved teeth. Polychromy on a natural background in white, red and black. The tarnished colours attest to the age of the object. H. : 42 cm. Cracks and small lacks.
Sale Sunday 26 April 2020・20:00 (Europe/Paris)
Sale location coming soon 7, rue Drouot 75009 Paris