Late 19th Century Old African Kota Tribal Wood and Copper Ancestor Carved Wooden Statue Art Wall Hanging

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Kota reliquary guardian figure / Hand carved from solid wood and inlayed with copper bird figures and geometric patterns
The … Read more Kota reliquary guardian figure / Hand carved from solid wood and inlayed with copper bird figures and geometric patterns
The Kota once used reliquary guardian figures (called mbulu ngulu) to protect the revered bones of family ancestors. The bones were preserved in containers made of bark or basketry. The mbulu ngulu stood atop this bundle, bound to it at the figure’s lozenge-shaped base.
~ Has some wear consistent with age. Minor missing inlay see photos. A hook has been placed on back for hanging See less