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Ceremonial adze, D. R. Congo, Mbala, Size: H: 36 cm L: 19,5 (blade) (H: 14.2 inch L: 19,5 (blade)), ID: 3049775
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Lot 83
Sale 100

Ceremonial adze ·  D. R. Congo, Mbala · ID: 3049775

sold EUR 2,000
Provenance
Old Belgian Colonial Collection
Size
H: 36 cm
L: 19,5 (blade)
H: 14.2 inch
L: 19,5 (blade)

Description

wood, metal, base

Beautiful example with rich patina and figural decoration on the shaft. These adzes were considered prestigious objects for chiefs and diviners.

Comparing literature

Felix, Marc L., 100 Peoples of Zaire and their Sculpture, The Handbook, Brüssel 1987, S. 103, Abb. 15

Africa

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