PRODUCT DETAILS
+ Type of Object - Carving, Figure, Statue, Sculpture
+ Country of Origin - Democratic Republic of Congo
+ Materials - Wood, pigment
+ Height (in) - 15
+ Width (in) - 5
+ Depth (in) - 5
+ Overall Condition - Good. Most of our 2024 pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The Kongo peoples migrated into their current location during the 13th century from the northeast under the leadership of Wene. In 1482 the Portuguese arrived on the coast, and the Kongo began diplomatic relations which included sending Kongo nobles to visit the royal assemblage in Portugal in 1485. Kongo leaders were targeted for conversion by Christian missionaries, and often divisions between followers of Christianity and followers of the traditional religions resulted. In 1526 the Portuguese were expelled, but the Kongo peoples were then invaded by the Jagas in 1568, and the Kongo were forced to look to the Portuguese for help. The Kongo kingdom never regained its former power. In the ensuing years the Kongo alternatively fought for and against the Portuguese, eventually being colonized in 1885. The Kongo political party Abako played an important part in national independence in 1960.
SKU: 138159
Product code: Kongo Seated Figure Wood Congo 2024 African Art 138159