Punu Door Figural Panel Wood Maiden Spirit African Art
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SKU
137712
$290.00
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| Brand | Unbranded |
|---|---|
| Type of Object | Carved Panel Door |
| Country of Origin | Gabon |
| People | Punu |
| Materials | Wood, pigment |
| Approximate Age | 20th century |
| Height (in) | 33 |
| Width (in) | 15 |
| Depth (in) | 3 |
| Overall Condition | Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. |
| Damage/Repair | Well worn patina |
Additional Information:
Although not much is known about the history of the Punu, linguistic evidence suggests that they moved into their current location from an area to the north, possibly driven southward by the Kota and Fang who moved into the area just north of Punu territory in recent centuries. This area had been occupied by various Pygmy peoples prior to Bantu expansion. Punu art forms suggest a connection with their neighbors that may have emerged from a shared history or simply through contact.