Motherhood figure - Bena Lulua - DR Congo
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Figure de maternité, a maternité sculpture by the Bena Lulua from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dating to the mid-20th century, from a private collection, authentic original, height 39 cm, excellent condition.
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Description from the seller
Mother and child honored in Lulua statuary!
A finely carved maternity statue
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Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African and ethnographic art. A trusted seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we benefit from a solid reputation and a history of several hundred sales with a customer satisfaction rate close to 100%.
We regularly assist with liquidations, estates, and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent, and accessible, with sales often 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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Height is provided as an indicative figure and does not bind the seller to any potential variance.
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Mother and child honored in Lulua statuary!
A finely carved maternity statue
Introduction to our appraisal house
Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African and ethnographic art. A trusted seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we benefit from a solid reputation and a history of several hundred sales with a customer satisfaction rate close to 100%.
We regularly assist with liquidations, estates, and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent, and accessible, with sales often offered without reserve prices.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
Please check the condition of the objects in the photos before placing a bid.
Height is provided as an indicative figure and does not bind the seller to any potential variance.
Shipping insured within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance, and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for additional information.
Details
Indigenous object name
Motherhood figure
Ethnic group/ culture
Bena Lulua
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
39 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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