An ancient and rare hunter's charm, with a very expressive face, made from an assembly shaped and amalgamated on the base of a horn. 
Benakanioka (Lulua area), Democratic Republic of Congo
Horns, pigment, cowrie shells, teeth and plant fibers, accidents and small visible cracks, old patina. 
H. 25 cm

Provenance :
David Henrion Collection, Brussels
Live Thursday 4 December 2025・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 17

An ancient and rare hunter's charm, with a very expressive face, made from an assembly shaped and amalgamated on the base of a horn. Benakanioka (Lulua area), Democratic Republic of Congo Horns, pigment, cowrie shells, teeth and plant fibers, accidents and small visible cracks, old patina. H. 25 cm Provenance : David Henrion Collection, Brussels

Estimate
€800 - €1,200
Result
Not sold
Buyer's premium
30%
An ancient and rare hunter's charm, with a very expressive face, made from an assembly shaped and amalgamated on the base of a horn. Benakanioka (Lulua area), Democratic Republic of Congo Horns, pigment, cowrie shells, teeth and plant fibers, accidents and small visible cracks, old patina. H. 25 cm Provenance : David Henrion Collection, Brussels
Sale Thursday 4 December 2025・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
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