Staff of office "kibango"
D. R. Congo, Luba / Rungu
not available anymore
Provenance
Belgian Colonial CollectionSize
H: 55 cm
H: 21.7 inch
Description
wood, base
“Kibango” are emblems of status.They belong to members of the ruling classes such as kings and chiefs and other titleholders of high status such as village leaders and female spirit mediums.
Shapes, figural accessories and carved patterns provide information about the history of the respective owner and the lineage, which is why each “kibango” is unique.