KONGO-VILI
FIGURE
Standing female figure with a pointed cap. Traces of glass inlays remain in the eyes, a massive iron ring encircles the neck. The figure holds both hands to the breasts, the abdominal area filled with resin/wax. Set on a quadrangular base with marked corners. The surface shows a warm reddish-brown patina, partly glossy from use. The iron is heavily corroded.
The wax on the abdomen has formed a hard crust, emphasizing the figure's great age. It once held a piece of glass. The also visually hard and somewhat menacing wax crater imparts an intriguing additional layer to an otherwise graceful and harmoniously crafted sculpture.
Kongo-Vili, Republic of Congo
19th century
Inventory number: 1288-3
Wood, iron, glass, resin/wax, 17 cm
EXHIBITED
Parcours des Mondes, Paris 2022 / BRAFA, Brussels 2022
LAST MARKET APPEARANCE: 2022
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