The Luba are found within South-eastern DRC (Zaire). The art of the Luba is known for the representation of women in Luba sculptures which is widespread and correlates to the important role of women in Luba society. The Luba tribe are best known for their chairs, divination bowls (mboko), beautifully carved bow stands, and memory boards (Lukasa). Among the characteristics of Luba sculpture are intricate hair-dress, often in the form of a cross, or falling down like a cascade; a grooved diagonal band separating the hairline from the forehead; eyes shaped like coffee-beans
These sculptures were believed to guarantee fertility and lineage.
- Material: Wood
- Condition: Good
- Age: 50-60 years
- Origin: Democratic Republic of Congo
- SKU: LSTA-018
- Weight: 0.6 kg
- Dimensions: 5.5 x 33 x 8 cm