A Songye container, supported by four female figures who are holding their arms in a braided way, the large vessel decorated with geometric patterns, on top a male figure holding his stomach, his features are quite energies by his smile from which ones sees his teeth showing, his large feet hold his up straight, the vessel is well decorated with diamond-shaped carvings. Unknown in Lit.: But it should be borne in mind that such vessels exist throughout West Africa, which were mostly in possession of the ethnic elites of the aristocracy or prominent chiefs to store their regalia. An outstanding example of Songye art.

Condition: Fair condition
Height: 124 cm
Weight: 12.5 kg
Available: 1/09/2024

From former German collection, now in our Belgium collection.