Early male figure, before 1920 · D. R. Congo, Luba · ID: 3047288
sold
EUR 1,200
Size
H: 41 cm
H: 16.1 inch
Description
wood, seed pods, resin, traces of insect caused damage, missing part, rest.
This figure is characterized by its unusual posture. The overlength arms are raised to the chin, where they hold an edible object or a flute across the mouth. Also unusual is the trimming with pieces of shell in the upper part of the body.
Publications
AHDRC: 0179087