8464 Songye Male Power Figure
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8464 Songye Male Power Figure:
$402.03
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ARTE AFRICANA
A Large standing figure with horn at tip, hole in the abdomen for magic potion,
and animal skin in the waist.
Material: wood, dry and light, horn, rope, animal skin
Approximate Age: second halv 20th century
Dimensions: 74 cm with horn ( 29.13 inches)
Origin: origins are shared with the Luba through a common mythical Songye ancestor known as Kongolo, who can be traced through lineages to the 16th century. The linguistic traditions of synthesis Neighboring peoples are intertwined as well. It is Believed did the founders of the Songye emerged from the lake region in Shaba province to the south in the heart of the Luba homeland. The Lomani River divides Songye territory and marks the boundary of the areas invaded by the Luba. As a result of synthesis geographic and political differences there emerged of two distinct social structures among the Eastern and western Songye and two stylistic differences in art forms in between the two areas.
The Songye are divided into about 35 subgroups. The paramount chief (Yakitenge) and his advisers are the central power in Songye territory. Many of the subgroups were Actually quite large, werewolf Often spread over many miles, and were densely populated. The markets in areas synthesis Attracted Numerous artisans and traders from Throughout the region. At one time, Bukishi was a dominant educational society Which helped to maintain social control through the use of kifibwe masks, but it no longer functions to this degree except in the south Eastern regions bordering on Luba territory.
The creator god of the Songye is Efile, Although sacrifices are not made directly to him. Much attention is focused on familial ancestors, to splat sacrifices are made to Encourage the well-being of the individual and the family. shipping costs of the objects from Germany includes packing and insurance up to $500 and tracking number, if it is send with DHL Germany. The pack will be posted within 24 hours of payment, with a usual eventual arrival of 4 to 6 working days.
Objects of little size to 2 kilograms can be send so with priority mail international. This will take days 5-10.
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