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October 23, 2010

Lot: 226Lot: 228

A fine and rare Northern Congo figure, Bangi complex; Ngbaka or Ngbandi, D.R. Congo.
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A fine and rare Northern Congo figure, Bangi complex; Ngbaka or Ngbandi, D.R. Congo.		LOT 227

A fine and rare Northern Congo figure, Bangi complex; Ngbaka or Ngbandi, D.R. Congo.



Estimate: $900.00 - $1,200.00
Realized: $550

A fine and rare Northern Congo figure, Bangi complex; Ngbaka or Ngbandi, D.R. Congo. The simple figure with brass hob-nail eyes, flat facial planes, and fore-shortened legs. Surface indicative of ritual washing. Signs of age and use.
Provenance: L. Mooney, Director Catholic Aid Agencies Zaire c.1950-1960's; Ken Adelman, former director USAID Zaire, c.1975 and former assistant US Ambassdor to the UN; David Gelbard, NY. H. 7 1/2"