LUBA ceremonial and parade axe - DR Congo
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LUBA ceremonial battle axe, from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, made of wood and wrought iron, 425 × 178 × 60 mm, 349 g, dating to the early 20th century, provenance Private collection, authentic original, in good condition with a small loss to the coiffure at the rear right of the second level.
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Description from the seller
- Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Tribe name: LUBA
- Material: Wood - Forged iron
- Dimensions (mm): 425x178x60
- Weight (grams): 349
- Shipping method: Colissimo + Insurance
Beautiful ceremonial Shankadi axe. A small flaw on the headdress, second tier, at the back right. Deep patina across its entire surface.
- Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Tribe name: LUBA
- Material: Wood - Forged iron
- Dimensions (mm): 425x178x60
- Weight (grams): 349
- Shipping method: Colissimo + Insurance
Beautiful ceremonial Shankadi axe. A small flaw on the headdress, second tier, at the back right. Deep patina across its entire surface.
Details
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Early 20th century
Material
Wood - Wrought iron
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
LUBA ceremonial and parade axe
Height
42.5 cm
Width
6 cm
Depth
17.8 cm
Weight
349 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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