Lot 297: A fine and rare Budja dance Crest

Budja, D. R. Congo; H: 20"

The flat dance-crest of avian profile, with large beaked bird, the eyes of shell and affixed with resin to each side, the back with small knob with attached tassel. The breast of the bird with fiber ruff and basketry headdress. Remains of red and some blue pigment as outlines. On a custom base.

Provenance:
Property of a New York private collector

Price Realized: $850

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