Bidspirit auction | Seated Female Ancestor Figure, Bembe,

Seated Female Ancestor Figure, Bembe, Zaire - Bembe People, Zaire: Seated Female Ancestor Figure, carved wood with a glossy dark patina, eyes defined with white and black pigment, and brass-tack ornamentation on the forehead and earlobes. Late 19th/early 20th century. Dimensions: 18H x 6W x 6D (inches) Provenance: Private collection. NOTE: Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot. Condition: Good condition with smooth patina and scuffs consistent with handling. A small crack extending from the base into one of the legs has been filled/repaired; there is a small wood-loss to one of the ears, as can be seen in the photos. Note: Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot.