Chief Figure 'Mwanangana' Chokwe, circa 1900

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Finely carved early chief figure in wood known as Mwananhana meaning 'Lord of the Land' and representative of the local village chieftain. The crown typical of the nude chief figures this carving also depicts a gun in one hand and walking stick in the other indicative of respecting elders and revered as holy mediators between earth, spirits, and ancestors. Size 7 3/8" H. Condition: As-is with minor surface scratches.

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This item is part of Edged Weapons, Pre-Columbian & Jewelry
 Thursday, May 23, 2024 | 9:00 AM  Pacific
 
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Chief Figure 'Mwanangana' Chokwe, circa 1900
Chief Figure 'Mwanangana' Chokwe, circa 1900
Lot number: 264
Seller: Scollard Auctions
Event: Edged Weapons, Pre-Columbian & Jewelry
Ends: Thursday, May 23 | 9:00 AM  Pacific

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