Old Bangwa figures are rare. Despite their appearance, our figures show no evidence of age or use and were probably made to be sold.
 BANGWA STYLE Head 1 10.5" high SOLD |
Figure 3 19" high SOLD |
Figure 4 25.5" high SOLD |
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 Figure 2 SOLD |
 Figure 5 SOLD |
 Figure 7 SOLD |
 Figure 8 SOLD |
Memorial figures were carved of titled royal wives or princesses, and
are often refered to as Bangwa Queens. Their royal status was defined by
their collars, necklaces, loin strings and anklets and are usually depicted
dancing and singing as at a funeral for a king. They were also honored as
priestesses of the earth cult and were displayed lining the verandas of
royal residences. The male figures, numbers 3, 4, 5 and 10, were their partners
and would be displayed at meetings of the Kwifoyn, or regulatory
society.
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