Luba caryatid stool with double figure - DR Congo - first ha - Lot 83

  2. Result
  3. Luba caryatid stool with double figure - DR Congo - first ha - Lot 83
  4. Lot n° 83 
Lot n° 83
Go to lot
Estimation :
400 - 800 EUR
Result without fees
Result : 400EUR
Luba caryatid stool with double figure - DR Congo - first ha - Lot 83
Luba caryatid stool with double figure - DR Congo - first half 20th century Luba ceremonial stool in carved wood, featuring a circular seat resting on two kneeling female figures forming caryatids. The figures, arranged back to back, support the top with their raised arms. The faces feature stylized features with almond-shaped eyes, straight noses and closed mouths. The bodies are adorned with geometric scarification carvings on the abdomen and legs. The edge of the seat and circular base is decorated with a frieze of incised chevron motifs. This type of stool is associated with prestige and authority in Luba culture, and served as a symbolic seat for a dignitary. The surface has a dark patina with traces of use and age. Details: Height: 39 cm - Diameter: 24 × 26 cm - Weight: 2 kg.
My orders
Sale information
Sales conditions
Return to catalogue