LULUWA, Democratic Republic of the Congo. - Lot 71

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LULUWA, Democratic Republic of the Congo. - Lot 71
LULUWA, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Wood, ochre-red pigments (ngula). Standing male "bulenga" figure that belonged to a young woman having difficulty getting pregnant. The woman carried the small figure attached to her waist during daily chores. Regular offerings of oils, red clay and kaolin were rubbed into the surface, creating a thick, shiny patina. H.16 cm. (slight erosion). Provenance: Henri COUILLARD collection (1904-1984), Vincennes. Then by descent. Old label bearing no. 58 affixed to the underside of the base.
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