Los Angeles, CA
Details
- Dimensions
- 12ʺW × 12ʺD × 78ʺH
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Central African Republic
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Iron
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Tan
- Condition Notes
- Great condition with signs of age and use which adds to the authenticity/character. Great condition with signs of age and use which adds to the authenticity/character. less
- Description
- Original antique carved wood property post from the Bongo tribe. Early notation found these abstract pole-like figures marking the grave … more Original antique carved wood property post from the Bongo tribe. Early notation found these abstract pole-like figures marking the grave site of honored male elite warriors and chiefs. The figures often have ridged necks with each notation indicating an enemy or large animal killed. Erected in the ground during a ceremony, these figures are said to protect against sorcerer spells. Circa early 1900's. less
Los Angeles, CA
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