Janiform magical figure "kabeja" ·  R. D. Congo, Luba · ID: 3034882

Description

wood, partly encrusted brown patina, two identical formed figures, male and female, arranged back to back, funnel-shaped superstructure for insertion of magical substances, min. dam., traces of insect caused damage (base), small missing parts, wooden socle;
“kabeja” figures are seen as visual icon of the primordial couple, the founders of the society. They are owned by the clan head known as the “fumu mwela”. “Kabeja” figures are presented at clan meetings led by the chief. They were used by individuals for multiple purposes: to ensure good relationship with primordial ancestors, to bring fertility and to protect against evil forces.

L’objet Janiform magical figure “kabeja” avec l’ID d’objet 3034882 a fait partie de l’enchère 73rd tribal art auction en 25 mai 2013 pour la dernière fois le Zemanek-Münster Hôtel des ventes et avait le numéro de lot 387.

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