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.

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