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African Tribal Art
Kusu Kabeja Female Figure
- Culture
- Kusu
- Origin
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Period
- First half of the 20th century
- Object
- Figure
- Materials
- Wood
- Catalogue
- TRB-103
A truncated female figure, the arms and joined hands forming a diamond frame across the torso. The top of the head is hollowed to hold magical herbs for use in ceremonies. The surface shows age cracks and wear consistent with its age.
Provenance
Robert and Nancy Nooter collection.Acquired
Ararity Auctions · 2023
