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Image 1 — Bakongo Idol from DRC, dated early 1900.
Image 2 — Bakongo Idol from DRC, dated early 1900.
Image 3 — Bakongo Idol from DRC, dated early 1900.
Image 4 — Bakongo Idol from DRC, dated early 1900.
Image 5 — Bakongo Idol from DRC, dated early 1900.
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Bakongo Idol from DRC, dated early 1900.

It features some interesting bakelite adornments and shells as well as pieces of textiles offered to the idol. I think it's an interesting piece and felt like sharing a few pics.

u/MetocinaoMeravigliao — 12 days ago