Luba Head Rest with Carved Mask Support
Luba head rest, the rectangular support raised on a carved mask with distended chin, 10 cm x 14 cm
Luba Fertility Figure with Hardwood Grain Pounder
Impressive hardwood grain pounder, Democratic Republic of Congo, surmounted by a female fertility figure, rich dark surface patina. Luba tribe, 115 cm length
Luba Kifwebe Mask from DRC
A Luba kifwebe mask, Democratic Republic of Congo, kifwebe masks are used in initiations and played a role in establishing order in society, they were also used to cleanse the village from benevolent spirits. This mask is carved from wood and has a small…
Luba Hemba Carved Wood Figure with Chevroned Beard
An African Congo, Luba Hemba carved wood figure, with chevroned beard and cruciform motif to back of coiffure, height 31 cm
African Tribal Paddle Form Figural Staff
African Tribal Ceremonial Paddle Form Figural Staff, possibly Luba, Dr Congo. Loss to female figure's breasts. Length 139 cm
Luba Headrest from Democratic Republic of Congo
A Luba headrest, Democratic Republic of Congo. The Luba are a Bantu speaking people located in the south central Democratic Republic of the Congo. This headrest would have been used by the owner to elevate the head and protect the hairstyle of the wearer.…
Luba Kneeling Caryatid Stool with Age Patina
Early Central African stool. Congo Luba stool. Seat supported by kneeling caryatid. Age patina. Height 32 cm
Luba Breast-Resting Figure
Luba Figure. Carved wooden figure with arms resting gently to the breasts. The ovoid head with raised facial features and carved coiffure, base fragmented. Height 13 cm. Width 6 cm
Luba Hemba: African Wooden Belly Figure
An African wooden male figure 'Luba Hemba', with hands on belly
Luba Horned Cane with Male and Female Figures
African Luba ceremonial cane, carved with a male and female figure in relief surmounted by a pair of carved horns
Luba Female Figure Ceremonial Cane
African Luba ceremonial cane, surmounted by a female figure carved in high relief. Height 170 cm
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