Fly Whisk - Ndengese, Kuba - DR Congo (No reserve price)
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.
Estimate € 140 - € 180
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Description from the seller
Ceremonial fly whisk from the Kuba, Ndengese tribe of DR Congo. Good condition with a beautiful aged patina. The fine detailed coiffure seemed to be restored on top.
Flywhisks in Africa served two functions, the first being used to prevent insects from alighting on people or food. They were also part of a leader or chief's regalia, a symbol of power and authority that would accompany the chief during most of his official duties. Heads, figures, beadwork or other decoration on the handle would enhance the prestige of the object which served as a mark of social status
Provenance: Former private collection from Germany.
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.
Ceremonial fly whisk from the Kuba, Ndengese tribe of DR Congo. Good condition with a beautiful aged patina. The fine detailed coiffure seemed to be restored on top.
Flywhisks in Africa served two functions, the first being used to prevent insects from alighting on people or food. They were also part of a leader or chief's regalia, a symbol of power and authority that would accompany the chief during most of his official duties. Heads, figures, beadwork or other decoration on the handle would enhance the prestige of the object which served as a mark of social status
Provenance: Former private collection from Germany.
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
Ndengese, Kuba
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Animal hair, Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Fly Whisk
Height
37 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
4 cm
Weight
130 g
Provenance
Private collection
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