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Lot 59
Luba/Tabwa Headrest, Democratic Republic of the Congo
2 July 2020, 10:00 PDT
Los AngelesUS$4,000 - US$6,000
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Luba/Tabwa Headrest, Democratic Republic of the Congo
height 4 3/8in (11cm)
Provenance
European Private Collection
Drs. John and Nicole Dintenfass Collection, New York
This extremely rare example is finely sculpted with naturalistic, highly defined anatomical elements including, in particular, the superbly outlined shoulder blades and feet. The female figure, embodying protective powers within the society, sits on a rounded base with arms upraised, carrying the head support on the top of her head; smooth, brown patina of usage.
Provenance
European Private Collection
Drs. John and Nicole Dintenfass Collection, New York
This extremely rare example is finely sculpted with naturalistic, highly defined anatomical elements including, in particular, the superbly outlined shoulder blades and feet. The female figure, embodying protective powers within the society, sits on a rounded base with arms upraised, carrying the head support on the top of her head; smooth, brown patina of usage.














