MANGBETU TERRACOTTA POT

Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ca. early 20th century AD. > A finely modelled terracotta vessel in the form of a stylised human bust, exemplifying the distinctive aesthetic of Mangbetu court art. The elongated neck rises from a rounded body, culminating in a high, flared coiffure rendered with finely textured patterning. The face is serene and introspective, with softly closed or downcast eyes, a gently modeled nose, and a small, composed mouth. > For similar see: Christie's, 12 SEP 2002 | Live auction 2558, lot 338. > Size: 330mm x 165mm; Weight: 2.32kg > Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Jacaranda Tribal Art 24 November 2009; Ex. Private Collection. > This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. >

Estimate:£1,000

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