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Luba-Hemba culture, Congo 19th-century Kabeja double statuet…
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Luba-Hemba culture, Congo 19th-century Kabeja double statuet…
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Estimate €1,000 - €1,500
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Description
Luba-Hemba culture, Congo 19th-century Kabeja double statuette Hardwood with a beautiful lacquered black patina and a beaded necklace, depicting a male and female couple standing back to back. An offering vessel is placed at the top.
H. 32 cm Provenance: > Former Parisian collection
Bibliography: Robbins W. and Nooter N. African
Art in American Collections, A Schiffer Book, 2004,
p.461, fig. 1189, similar model.
Condition report: Mounted This type of statuette was used to honour the
clan’s founding ancestors. The beautiful geometric lines reveal the Songye influence in this Luba sculpture.
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About the sale
Archaeology • Ancient & Modern Art • African & Asian Art • Decorative Arts
Auction location
Auction time
06/27/2026 at 10:30 AM
Pictures credits: Contact the Auction House
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