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Luba Kabeja Janus Double Figure with Skirt, ex Irwin Hersey DRC Congo, Africa

$3,450

£2,644.01

€3,038.82

CA$4,845.69

A$5,423.23

CHF 2,838.87

MX$65,882.37

NOK 36,046.37

SEK 34,015.91

DKK 22,674.96

About the Item

Classic Luba Kabeja Janus Double Figure or fetish with Skirt fetish of darkened wood with polished and worn patina. Striking eyes, and both male and female figures shown with hands holding the stomach. Opening on top of head which originally held fetish materials. Provenance: ex- collection Dr. Sabot, NY, acquired from Irwin Hersey, NYC 1978. DRC Congo, Africa 11 7/8 inches high Created mid 20th century or earlier, by an unknown artist of the Luba people of the Congo.

Dimensions:
Height: 11.88 in (30.18 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
Style:
Tribal (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Wood,Hand-Carved
Place of Origin:
Congo, Democratic Republic of the
Period:
Mid-20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Mid 20th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Vintage piece with wear, erosion and encrusted remains of offerings from traditional use and handling.
Seller Location:
Point Richmond, CA
Reference Number:
Seller: SM1044161stDibs: LU1778245570702

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