Game board - Luba - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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Speelbord, a Luba artefact from DR Congo, dating to the early 20th century, from a private collection; dimensions 56 × 31 × 7 cm, weight 4 kg, no stand, in good condition.

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Beautiful and decorative Awale game board from the Luba people, Congo. Luba art is characterized by the beautifully carved portraits. The serene head as the handle of the game board is a lovely example of this artistic tradition. In good condition with a nice patina and with wear from use, 51x31x4 (board) x7 (head), early 20th century.

Beautiful and decorative Awale game board from the Luba people, Congo. Luba art is characterized by the beautifully carved portraits. The serene head as the handle of the game board is a lovely example of this artistic tradition. In good condition with a nice patina and with wear from use, 51x31x4 (board) x7 (head), early 20th century.

Details

No. of items
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Luba
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Early 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Game board
Height
56 cm
Width
31 cm
Depth
7 cm
Weight
4 kg
Provenance
Private collection
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