Often the staffs represented the hierarchy among the chiefs of the tribe, who might carry a staff to show their rank as distinguished elders. The ornamental faces on the staffs can represent spirits, chiefs, or the chief’s ancestors. They are as much a religious symbol as an authoritative one.
- Material:Wood
- Age:approximately 55-70 yrs
- Origin:Democratic Republic Of Congo
- Condition:Good
- SKU: CMCL-004
- Weight: 1.1 kg
- Dimensions: 4.5 x 136 x 4 cm