Lot 228: Two carved Loango tusks

Bakongo, D. R. Congo; H: 19 3/4 & 3 3/4"

The first carved from an elephant tusk in classical style, with spiraling rows of individuals including European merchants, burden bearers, natives, slaves and slavers; the second carved of Boar's tusk in a style far more akin to Bakongo art, depicting a native scene with a woman presenting an implement to a nobleman, and other imagery. Each on a custom base.

Provenance:
Property of a Private West Coast collector

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