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David Norden Sint Katelijnevest B2000 Antwerpen. Belgium

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4. Nail fetish, two-headed Nkisi dog - VILI - Congo

Rare two-headed Nkisi dog statuette from Congo. A fetish said to hold great power in its body. A nail would be hammered into the statue for each wish, both for personal use and for ceremonial use by the soothsayer-healer Nganga. These statuettes were used to stay in good health and solve problems. Made of wood, white and red pigment (kaolin and tokula), a mixture of clay and plants, pieces of glass, metal, three mirrors, nails, two broken feet. Sacrificial remains. Sold with written description of the tribe and private review by David Norden. 38 cm in length - 13 cm in height (9 cm excl. nails) From a French private collection. Auctioneer's estimate: € 1,000 - € 2,000

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5. LEGA mask - Zaire, D.R. Congo

First half 20th century - Good condition - Collection Michel Gaud

Large Lega Mask from Zaire or Congo. Size: 28 cm - 37cm on stand (The stand is not in very good condition, and it would be advisable to have a new one made). Provenance: Collection Michel Gaud. A written proof will be provided to the buyer. Wood with multi-layered patina. Remains of offerings, mica powder, kaolin. From the early 20th Century Covered in Pembe, white clay, each time the mask is used, resulting in a beautiful, thick patina. Lega masks, named Lukwakongo, have a standard design, but there are unique masks with symbolic and ritual meaning, made for special occasions. The life of the Lega (Warega) is regulated through the Bwami, to which both men and women belong. There are seven levels for men and four levels for women. Masks were used for initiation to the first two levels of the Bwami society and repainted with Pembe each time they were used or displayed. Auctioneer's estimate: € 1,000 - € 2,000 Place a bid

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7. Monkey - Bembe - D.R. Congo

Early 20th century - Good condition

A Bembe tribe monkey figure, believed to aid in hunting. Finely carved statue with beautiful honey patina. The Beembe live north of the Zaire River in Congo (Brazzaville) on a plateau that rises above the Niari River. The Beembe have been closely linked to the Kingdom of Kongo since the 15th century. Although there are numerous theories about their origin, it is considered most likely they arrived in the region in two separate migrations: some had lived in the region since before 1485, while others split from Kongo after the battle with the Portuguese in 1665. Their neighbors to the north are the Teke, who were the original inhabitants of the Dondo Plateau. The Beembe are matrilineal and polygamous. Sold with written description of the tribe and private review by David Norden. Size: 23 cm length - 25 cm with stand Auctioneer's estimate: € 700 - € 1,400 Place a bid

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9. Biombo Helmet Mask - KUBA - D.R. Congo

Early 20th century - Good condition

An unusual and intimidating Biombo helmet mask. This mask is related to the Kuba and Binji in Congo. The Binji and Biombo people, part of the Kuba Kingdom, are known for their stylistic masks, though they are rare. They practiced the same rituals as the Kuba, meaning their masks were used in a variety of ceremonies, such as initiations, funerals, or celebrations. Masks such as this one were often used in ceremonies for the king. The dancer had decent vision through the eye slots and holes underneath. Fine nose, interesting growths on the side of the head. A rich layered patina and wear, demonstrates the use this mask received. Auctioneer's estimate: € 1,500 - € 2,000 Place a bid

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11. Bushong Palm-Wine Cup - Kuba - D.R. Congo

A Kuba Bushong Cup from after 1937. The Kuba (also called Bakuba) people are agriculturalist and part of the Bushong-speaking ethnic groups of the larger Bantu influence. They live in the south east of the Democratic Republic of Congo, between the Kasai and Sankuru rivers. The Kuba cups, one of their most important art forms, is illustrative of the competition between different members of court. Sinc ehalf of the male population laid claim to titles in the 1880s, the competition was often fierce, and resulted in the creation of extraordinarily beautiful and highly decorative commonplace household items, such as wine cups. Height: 20 cm Stand not included in the lot!

Auctioneer's estimate: € 800 - € 1,600 Place a bid

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12. Eket Statue - Niger Delta River - Nigeria

Late 19th/Early 20th century

Eket statue with the typical 3 stripes on both sides of the head. From south-east Nigeria. The Eket are a small ethnic group belonging to the Ibibio, spread over some 45 villages in the south-east of Nigeria. Puppets such as this one are used during funerals, festivities and "ogbom" masquerades. Size: 38 cm in height (42 cm incl. base) Age: Late 19th/Early 20th century Illustration of similar objects: Three Rivers of Nigeria, 1978. p. 39. pic 93, 95. "Niger Delta, origin uncertain" Provenance: Dutch private collection, collected in the 1970s. Just like the Ibibio, the Eket have an "ekpo" society of soothsayers (or "Idiong"), named after the god of war "ekong" and the "ogbom"society, worshiping the goddess of fertility.

Auctioneer's estimate: € 800 - € 1,600 Place a bid

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14. Ere Ibedji Ila Igbomina Doll - YORUBA - Nigeria

Early 20th century - Good condition

Ere Ibedji Igbomina doll- YORUBA - Nigeria Provenance: From an Italian private collection in Rome Ibedji with offering remains of red Tokula powder turned yellow (due to UV sunlight exposition), and blue powder on the head. With diamond-pattern apron. The missing tooth is a sign of beauty. Handsome, old Ibedji with glossy patina. Height: 29 cm

Auctioneer's estimate: € 800 - € 1,600 Place a bid

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19. BAULE Pulley - Ivory Coast

Early to mid 20th century - Good condition

A finely decorated Baule Pulley with lovely scarification and signs of use. 16 cm in height (18 cm incl. base) Provenance: Collection Robert van der Heijden, the Netherlands. Age: Early to mid 20th. This pulley, decorated with a handsome Baile Mblo mask, was part of a weaving loom. These pulleys served no real purpose aside from bringing joy to the waving women with their beauty. They are related to Baule culture. The pulley is moved by the cord that passes through the pulley and moves the heddles. Clear signs of wear on the inside of the pulley, as depicted. Auctioneer's estimate: € 500 - € 1,000 Place a bid

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21. Large MAMBILA Figure - Northern Cameroon

Mid 20th century - Good condition

This statue comes from the Mambila people from Nigeria and Cameroon, who live on the Mambilla plateau. They regard themselves as a group with a common identity. Mambila figurines such as this one were kept in granaries 59 cm in height With wooden plugs on the head. Provenance: Collection of Gaëtan Schoonbroodt in Verviers, Belgium. Auctioneer's estimate: € 500 - € 1,000 Place a bid

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23. Salampasu mask - D.R. Congo

Early 20th century - Good condition

Salampasu mask from Congo, made of wood, bamboo and fibres. Size: 24 cm in height - 42 cm with stand (The stand is not in very good condition, and it would be advisable to have a new one made). These masks are worn by the fearless "Ibuku" society members. To become a "buku" you have to bring the head of an enemy, lion or leopard, and cut its theeth in the semblance f the mask. Your mask will be named, and and can evoke ancestral spirits, striking fear in the heart of your enemies. The wooden masks are sometimes covered with copper plating, worn only by those who have already proven their worth in battle. The masks made of plaited raffia fiber are worn exclusively by the Idangani group. Auctioneer's estimate: € 800 - € 1,200 Place a bid

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25. Small Mask - Pende - D.R. Congo

First half of the 20th century - Good condition

Small Pende mask. Provenance: Gaëtan Schoonbroodt - Collected before 1952 The Pende or Phende (ethnonym: Bapende or Baphende; singular Mupende or Muphende) are an ethnic group from south-west of Congo and the Kasai Occidental region around the diamond mines of Tshikapa, and the Kwilu region in particular. Their population is estimated to be around 250,000. This is a small mask charged with magic at the back. Slight damage to the nose and the side of the mask (as depicted). Height: 15 cm - 21 cm incl. stand Auctioneer's estimate: € 400 - € 800 Place a bid

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26. Rare BWAMI Initiation Belt - LEGA - Congo

First half 20th centruy - Reasonable condition

Fairly rare Lega Bwami, a ceremonial initiation belt. 195 cm in length - 8 to 14 cm in width Double-braided belt with bird feathers on one side. Traces of use, as depicted. The Lega people are known for their craftsmanship, which is beautifully illustrated by this item. Among the Lega, works of art are an integral part of an adult initiation society called Bwami, and they teach men and women the values essential to their way of life. Auctioneer's estimate: € 600 - € 1,000 Place a bid

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28. Female Ancestor Statue - BAULE - Ivory Coast

1930-1940 - Good condition - David Abbate Collection

Female baule carved from wood, used to honour one's ancestors. Provenance: The David Abbate (1949-2013) Collection, USA. Hight: 57 cm, 22,44 inch. With traces of use and age. Elongated female figure with ful hips, slight torso and fine hands resting at her sides, with long neck and scarification on the face, torso and back. Oval face with metal decoration on the forehead and stylized features. Detailed hairstyle. With cloth and string of beads wound around her hips. Handsome grayish brown patina, stained by repeated offerings. Probably made for a diviner, as indicated by the layered and encrusted patina. These figures represent klo sran, or civilized people from the village (as opposed to the wild bush spirits). Therefore, this could represent an important ancestral figure (Vogel 1997: 168).

Auctioneer's estimate: € 1,000 - € 2,000 Place a bid

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30. Spoon with Base - MENDE - Sierra Leone

Early 20th century - Reasonable condition - Ex Maria Wyss collection

Only a handful of these Mende spoons are known, most of them being much younger than this one. Provenance: The deceased, well-known collector and photographer Maria Wyss from Basel, Switzerland. Made of wood with glossy brown patina, black pigment. Carved with female facial features and openwork hairdo. SLightly damaged, some minor missing parts, such as the tip of the spoon and an ear, and a repair to the bottom end of the spoon. Some cracks and worn pigment. These spoons are used on both sides of the border between Liberia and Côte d'Ivoire by both the Dan and Wé. Finding a Mende spoon is unusual. These spoons are also known as "Wakemia" or "Wunkirmian", and are associated with festivities. They are a symbol that a woman's hospitality has been recognized by all, granting her

the title "Wakede", or "she who is active in festivals". 46 cm in length (excl. stand - 56 cm in length (incl. stand).

Auctioneer's estimate: € 800 - € 1,200 Place a bid

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39. Diomande mask - DAN - Liberia

Mid 20th century - Good condition

A small Dan mask, 22 cm in height. Dark wood, shiny black patina, triangular tattoo below the eyes, carved rim. Slightly damaged, with traces of wear and some minor flaws in the rim and scratched on the forehead. Provenance: Private collection, The Netherlands Auctioneer's estimate: € 400 - € 800 Place a bid

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40. Lwena figure - Angola

Early 20th century - Good condition

Intriguing face with coffee beans for eyes. The arms are bent, with the finely carved hands resting at the sides. Lwena figurine with yellow - brown patina, and scarification on the stomach in a diamond pattern. Cubist design. Provenance: Collection of Gaëtan Schoonbroodt in Verviers, Belgium. From the interwar period. The Lwena people Living near the Zambian border are related to the Tchokwe kingdom and sustain themselves by fishing at the source of the Zambeze River, in Angola. Their art is refined and more rare than Tchokwe art. Size: 24 cm incl. stand Auctioneer's estimate: € 750 - € 1,000 Place a bid

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42. Salampasu sword with belt - D.R. Congo

Early 20th century - Very good condition

Rare and complete Salampasu sword with belt. Provenance: Brought to Belgium in the beginning of the 20th century by a Belgian nun working in Congo, who gave it to the grandfather of the person I bought it from. Sword: 60 cm in length Belt: 125 cm in circumference Auctioneer's estimate: € 400 - € 800 Place a bid

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47. HEMBA Kusu Male Figure - D.R. Congo

Early 20th century - Reasonable condition, one foot missing

A fine Hemba Kusu male figure from Congo, with a cavity at the top. Unusually charismatic expression and finely carved beard, with a cavity on the front of the head. Square-shouldered body, with the hands resting on the stomach. One foot has been eaten by termites. Fine, glossy patina. Provenance: From the Belgian Congregation of the sisters of O.L.V.-ten-Bunderen (The picture is from 1928), who were active in the Kasai region from 1923 to 1996. 31 cm in height (34 cm incl. base) Auctioneer's estimate: € 2,000 - € 3,000 Place a bid

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49. A Fine Dogon Tellem Figure - MALI 15th century or earlier - Mediocre condition

"Tellem" Statue with a missing leg. Provenance: Collection of Jan Baptist Bedaux The tension expressed by the posture is accentuated by the curvaceous schematic volumes, with the finer details disappearing underneath a thick sacrificial patina, crusty, brown, cracked and petrified by time. The "Tellem" tradition are linked to the rain rites, according to the Dogon. The Dogon inhabited the Bandiagara escarpment before the fifteenth century (Leloup, 1994: 144-146). Height = 41 cm Auctioneer's estimate: € 4,000 - € 8,000 Place a bid

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50. Important Fang Mabea ancestor figure - FANG - South Cameroon.

Early to mid 20th century - Mediocre condition - Cracked

Fang figure from a shrine. South Cameroon. Fang, Mabea group. Carved from soft Okoume wood. With honey patina. The male figure is seated with a drinking horn in his hands. Height: 58 cm or 61 cm with stand Provenance: Purchased in 1958 at the Convent of the Brothers of the Holy Spirit, in Barcelona, by the Dutch Suzanna Westerdijk. ShMother to Peter Westerdijk, who wrote several books on African weapons. After his mother’s death, Peter decided to sell her collection of Fang statues. Age: Early/Mid 20th century A layered honey patina testifies of the authenticity of this item, as do the oxidation of the wood and the quality of the carving. The cylindrical piece of wood at the back confirms this as well, as it was used to insert the figure in a container in the shrine. Auctioneer's estimate: € 5,000 - € 10,000 Free Shipping

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