An ancient buti statuette with its entire charge wrapped in red cloth, revealing its eyes and crested headdress called mupani. 
Téké, Democratic Republic of Congo
Wood, ritual charge and red textile, small age-related cracks, beautiful old patina. 
Height: 16.5cm

Provenance:
Jacques Viault Collection, acquired in Brazaville
Live Thursday 28 November 2024・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 29

An ancient buti statuette with its entire charge wrapped in red cloth, revealing its eyes and crested headdress called mupani. Téké, Democratic Republic of Congo Wood, ritual charge and red textile, small age-related cracks, beautiful old patina. Height: 16.5cm Provenance: Jacques Viault Collection, acquired in Brazaville

Estimate
€800 - €1,200
Result
€1,690
Buyer's premium
30%
An ancient buti statuette with its entire charge wrapped in red cloth, revealing its eyes and crested headdress called mupani. Téké, Democratic Republic of Congo Wood, ritual charge and red textile, small age-related cracks, beautiful old patina. Height: 16.5cm Provenance: Jacques Viault Collection, acquired in Brazaville
Sale Thursday 28 November 2024・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
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