20th Century Baule and Luba Carved Wooden Female Figures
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Carved wooden figures
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A set of 20th century Baule and Luba carved wooden female figures. Included is an elegant Baule figure from Côte d’Ivoire of a woman holding her belly featuring simplistic incised delineations. Traditionally, female Baule figures would be used as homes for spirits. Also included in this set is a Luba figure from the Democratic Republic of the Congo rendered with expressive facial features. Embodied with the ideals of feminine beauty, similar Luba figures were used as fertility shrines.
Condition
- to fair; Baule figure was cracked down the right side and has been repaired; the base of the Baule figure has also been cracked and repaired; right hand of the Luba figure has cracked and been repaired; small chunk is missing from the base of the Luba figure; dust and debris to both.
Dimensions
- Baule figure measures; Luba figure measures 4" W x 12" H x 3" D.
Item #
18DCC450-025