Shoes - Luba - Songey - DR Congo

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Shoes, a pair of wooden sandals from DR Congo, linked to the Songey Luba culture, dating to the mid-20th century, provenance Privécollectie, in good condition, 2 objects, dimensions 10 cm high × 11 cm wide × 27 cm deep, weight 560 g, authenticity Origineel/officieel.

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Sandals, typical of the Songey, also worn by neighboring tribes such as the Luba and Tetela. Formerly in the collection of veterinarian Mr. Wauters, 1950-1960 in Katanga Kongo.

Sandals, typical of the Songey, also worn by neighboring tribes such as the Luba and Tetela. Formerly in the collection of veterinarian Mr. Wauters, 1950-1960 in Katanga Kongo.

Details

Number of objects
2
Ethnic group/ culture
Luba - Songey
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Shoes
Height
10 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
27 cm
Weight
560 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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Objects sold
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