Lot n° 208
Estimation :
50 - 100
EUR
Luluwa/Lulua - Democratic Republic of Congo - Horn and wood - Lot 208
Luluwa/Lulua - Democratic Republic of Congo - Horn and wood charm/pendant - First half 20th century
Small carved wooden charm representing a stylized female figure with arms crossed over the torso, face with marked features, almond-shaped eyes and protruding mouth, extended by a horn tip attached to the base, probably intended to be inserted or suspended, presence of a hole at the neck level suggesting an old attachment, surface showing a patina of use with encrustations and traces of wear, consistent with ritual use within Lulua practices.
Height: 16 cm - Width: 3 cm - Weight: 25 gr.
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