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Ethnic Design-Yombe Chief Staff "Mwaala", Kongo Art, Yann Ferrandin, Paris 2009.

$4,664.63

£3,463.75

€3,900

CA$6,408.51

A$6,967.34

CHF 3,694.09

MX$83,520.74

NOK 46,950.01

SEK 43,012.59

DKK 29,730.51

About the Item

A Wooden Yombe Mwaala Chief Staff, with three globular elements. The Finial is a finely carved female figure kneeling, the hands resting on the knees and with raised scarification marks above the prominent breasts. The head carved powerfully with filed teeth and a typical ceremonial hat. Brown -black brilliant patina.Provenance: Collection of Dona Bronson, USA- Publication: Kongo Art Magique, Yann Ferrandin, Paris,2009

Dimensions:
Height: 34.65 in (88 cm)Width: 1.19 in (3 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Hardwood,Hand-Carved
Place of Origin:
Congo, Democratic Republic of the
Period:
Early 20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
-
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Leuven , BE
Reference Number:
Seller: 2691stDibs: LU3301144773772

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