Kipona - Luba - DR Congo

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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

Estimate  € 240 - € 270
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Description from the seller

Caryatid chair, called KIPONA among the Baluba of the Democratic Republic of the Congo

It depicts a standing woman, arms raised supporting the seat, quadrangular mouth, flattened nose, fine work on the hairstyle, notable splits and old repairs at the level of the seat.

Compare Sotheby's, London, 30 November 1981. Lot 290

Hardwood with a beautiful dark patina of age
Dimensions approx.: 40x21x21 cm

Caryatid chair, called KIPONA among the Baluba of the Democratic Republic of the Congo

It depicts a standing woman, arms raised supporting the seat, quadrangular mouth, flattened nose, fine work on the hairstyle, notable splits and old repairs at the level of the seat.

Compare Sotheby's, London, 30 November 1981. Lot 290

Hardwood with a beautiful dark patina of age
Dimensions approx.: 40x21x21 cm

Details

Indigenous object name
Kipona
Ethnic group/ culture
Luba
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Good condition
Height
40 cm
Width
21 cm
Depth
21 cm
Provenance
Private collection
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Objects sold
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