Caryatid neck rest. - Luba - DR Congo
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Estimate € 200 - € 220
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Description from the seller
Very beautiful Luba neck support with a female caryatid. Beautiful warm brown patina, polished. The serene woman firmly supports the curved seat. This object was as much a prestige item as a functional object.
Presentation of our appraisal house
Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African and ethnographic art. A leading seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a history of several hundred sales with an almost 100% satisfaction rate.
We regularly assist with liquidations, estates, and dispersal of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with many sales offered without reserve prices.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
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Very beautiful Luba neck support with a female caryatid. Beautiful warm brown patina, polished. The serene woman firmly supports the curved seat. This object was as much a prestige item as a functional object.
Presentation of our appraisal house
Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African and ethnographic art. A leading seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a history of several hundred sales with an almost 100% satisfaction rate.
We regularly assist with liquidations, estates, and dispersal of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with many sales offered without reserve prices.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
Shipping guaranteed within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for further information.
Details
Indigenous object name
Caryatid neck rest.
Ethnic group/ culture
Luba
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
20 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
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