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Lot Essay
The sketch Josef Herman made of the head of this unusual figure is illustrated in the 1985 Arts Council catalogue on p.13.
Details
A LULUA FIGURE
Standing with a bowl at the left hip, large eyes under arched brows, cross-hatching about the neck, a short projection from the top of the head, dark patina
20.5cm. high
Standing with a bowl at the left hip, large eyes under arched brows, cross-hatching about the neck, a short projection from the top of the head, dark patina
20.5cm. high
Literature
Fagg, W., Miniature Wood Carvings of Africa, Bath, 1970, p.88, fig.83
Special notice
Christie's charge a buyer's premium of 20% (VAT inclusive) for this lot.