Female caryatid stool ·  D. R. Congo, Zela · ID: 3042313

Description

light wood, dark brown patina, remains of pigments, rich scarification marks, carved with loincloth, min. dam., traces of insect caused damage, abrasion of paint, small missing parts;
the Zela have their homeland in southeastern Democratic Republic of Congo and are strongly influenced by the Luba cultural sphere. Stools of both ethnic groups likewise do function as thrones, and are sat upon sometimes. But mainly they are embodiment of royal authority and most important insignia of kingship.

The object Female caryatid stool with the object ID 3042313 was last part of the auction 86th Tribal Art Auction at May 27, 2017 on Zemanek-Münster Auction house. The object with the lot number 494 achieved a sales price of EUR 1,500.

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AHDRC: 0142356