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A SONGYE CHARM AND A HALF FIGURE
The charm with head finial on ringed neck, the cylindrical body wrapped in reptilian skin and with inset horn in the top of the head; the half figure with large hands in relief on the abdomen, on circular base
10cm. and 13cm. high (2)
The charm with head finial on ringed neck, the cylindrical body wrapped in reptilian skin and with inset horn in the top of the head; the half figure with large hands in relief on the abdomen, on circular base
10cm. and 13cm. high (2)
Literature
Fagg, W., Miniature Wood Carvings of Africa, Bath, 1970, p.97, fig.95
Special notice
Christie's charge a buyer's premium of 20% (VAT inclusive) for this lot.