Ovimbundu stick - Angola - early 20th century - Lot 173

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Ovimbundu stick - Angola - early 20th century - Lot 173
Ovimbundu stick - Angola - early 20th century Carved Ovimbundu wooden stick featuring a long, twisted shaft obtained by continuous spiral carving. The handle is surmounted by a stylized human head with half-closed eyes, topped with streaked hair forming a rounded helmet. The face features decorative incisions on the forehead and cheeks. Below the head, a decorative area with incised geometric motifs marks the transition to the twisted shaft. This type of stick could have been used as a ceremonial staff or as a personal badge worn by men of status in Ovimbundu societies. Red-brown patina from use. Details: Length: 86 cm - Weight: 350 g.
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