Gabon Janus Kota Pole Top Top

Very rare and old Kota or Adouma hut post from upper Ogoué GABON, biface called Janus measuring 50cm high for a maximum width of 28cm Semi-hard wood with kaolin highlight Top of post of a ceremonial altar A human head bi- patinated face, partly covered with kaolin with geometric decoration attachment holes on the base with native restorations and presence in places of what seems to me wood paste Extremely rare object reminiscent of that of the sale at Ader picard tajan on February 27, 1989 in Drout Montaigne sold at the time for 32,000 francs plus costs from the HB collection announced as the beginning of the 20th century (the catalog will be given to the purchaser) I would like to point out a few small accidents due to repetitive use Beautiful patina and beautiful collector's item Sending free worldwide