http://ift.tt/1w5Qic9 http://ift.tt/1ozeuGm Bid: http://ift.tt/1ozevdz All videos: http://ift.tt/1tuoqww African art Auction - Lot 25 a Large African mirror fetish - BAKONGO - D.R. Congo i guess it is 2nd half of 20th century, but I assiume this is a conservative age estimate. I bought this myself in an auction house here in Antwerp, it was the only african art piece in a succession same. Bakongo mirror fetish, 2 mirrors, textile bundles with magic powder round the neck and waist. Hands on belly, standing figure with hat. Several cracks and insect holes to the wood (as depicted). The statue doesn't smell and doesn't contain any living insects. Lovely patina from usage. It's quite big with a Height of 85 cm estimate: € 200 - € 300 Your Next minimum bid is € 200
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