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Mbole Ofika Bambole Figure, Congo #70

Mbole Ofika Bambole Figure, Congo #70

$930.00
Mbole Ofika Bambole Figure, Congo #70—
$930.00

The Story

  • Mbole Ofika Bambole Figure, Congo #70
  • The Ofika are representations of a hanged prisoner. These statues served as a warning to anyone who wanted to break the rules of the Lilwa,power association.
  • Bambole are a people whose rites have remained rather mysterious to us.
  • The society of the Lilwa (which could be compared to the Bwami of the Lega)= organized the social structure, ensured the stability of the community and punished those who transgressed (among other things the well-kept secrets)
  • Their art is best known for the famous "OFIKA", sculptures of hanged criminals, masks are more rare
  • They live in the "central basin", they are neighbors of the Kela, the Yela, the Jonga and the Lengola
  • Ethnic Groups : Mbole (Bambole) or Yela.
  • Origin: Democratic Republic Congo (ex Zaïre, ex Belgian Congo).
  • Material: Wood
  • Measurements: About 10 inches high with its base
  • Condition: Medium
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Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Mbole Ofika Bambole Figure, Congo #70 - Image 3

Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Mbole Ofika Bambole Figure, Congo #70 - Image 4

Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Mbole Ofika Bambole Figure, Congo #70 - Image 5

Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Mbole Ofika Bambole Figure, Congo #70 - Image 6

Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Mbole Ofika Bambole Figure, Congo #70 - Image 7

Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Mbole Ofika Bambole Figure, Congo #70 - Image 8

Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Mbole Ofika Bambole Figure, Congo #70 - Image 9

Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Mbole Ofika Bambole Figure, Congo #70 - Image 10

Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

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Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Description

  • Mbole Ofika Bambole Figure, Congo #70
  • The Ofika are representations of a hanged prisoner. These statues served as a warning to anyone who wanted to break the rules of the Lilwa,power association.
  • Bambole are a people whose rites have remained rather mysterious to us.
  • The society of the Lilwa (which could be compared to the Bwami of the Lega)= organized the social structure, ensured the stability of the community and punished those who transgressed (among other things the well-kept secrets)
  • Their art is best known for the famous "OFIKA", sculptures of hanged criminals, masks are more rare
  • They live in the "central basin", they are neighbors of the Kela, the Yela, the Jonga and the Lengola
  • Ethnic Groups : Mbole (Bambole) or Yela.
  • Origin: Democratic Republic Congo (ex Zaïre, ex Belgian Congo).
  • Material: Wood
  • Measurements: About 10 inches high with its base
  • Condition: Medium

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