Ancestor Figure (with Provenance) - Luba - DR Congo

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Julien Gauthier
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A decade of experience in historical arms, armour, and African art.

Estimate  € 850 - € 1,000
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Description from the seller

Ex Zemanek-Münster, lot 186, Auction 101

Provenance: Justin Barthels (Maastricht, NL)

The downcast eyes and the gesture of the hands give the figure a contemplative dinified expression. Rich scarification indictes high social rank. Great dark black patina of age.

Stylistic wooden female ancestor figure from the Luba people of DR Congo. This serene Luba figure epitomizes the art and mystery that carvers from this tribe have imbued in their sculpture. They quiet power of the figure elicits the respect that the tribe owed to their ancestors.

Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.


Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Ex Zemanek-Münster, lot 186, Auction 101

Provenance: Justin Barthels (Maastricht, NL)

The downcast eyes and the gesture of the hands give the figure a contemplative dinified expression. Rich scarification indictes high social rank. Great dark black patina of age.

Stylistic wooden female ancestor figure from the Luba people of DR Congo. This serene Luba figure epitomizes the art and mystery that carvers from this tribe have imbued in their sculpture. They quiet power of the figure elicits the respect that the tribe owed to their ancestors.

Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.


Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Luba
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Ancestor Figure (with Provenance)
Height
45 cm
Width
17 cm
Depth
16 cm
Weight
1300 g
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Objects sold
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