LUBA, Democratic Republic of the Congo. - Lot 108

Lot n° 108
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LUBA, Democratic Republic of the Congo. - Lot 108
LUBA, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Wood, black patina. Divination vessel depicting a “Mboko” cup-bearer in the form of a seated female figure, with her legs stretched forward and her hands clasping a cup mounted on a foot. Luba cup-shaped figures commemorate the first mythical Luba diviner, “Mijibu wa Kalenga,” and were primarily reserved for royal diviners, who used them as oracles. First half of the 20th century. 15.5 x 12 cm. (minor chips and wear). Expert: Christian NJIENSI
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