Hi Alexandra, Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. This was probably made for the tourist or export trade and has a decorative, rather than historic, value. Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is: A vintage African parcel hand-crafted metal and carved wood guardian face statue Possibly Bakota, Congo, mid 20th Century The oversized face rendered in worked metal on a wooden body with metal legs. about 18 inches tall CONDITION: appears to be in good condition with wear commensurate to age and use. PROVENANCE: acquired at a church garage sale $150-250* *represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary. Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.
