Hache cérémonielle "kibiki" ou "kasolwa"
R. D. Congo, Luba-Shankadi
Vendu
1 200 €
Provenance
Dutch Private CollectionTaille
H: 43,5 cm
H: 17.1 inch
Description
wood, metal, rep., base
In a symbolic sense, the axes “clear the way” for a functioning society with intact social and moral values. The engravings on the axe blades are called “ntapo”, they also serve to convey certain messages.