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SUPERB LUBA COMB/CONGO NO RESERVE!!
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VERY NICE LUBA COMB/CONGO NO RESERVE!! We have the pleasure to offer this week a great Luba comb field collected in Manono a village of the Katanga provance of the Democratic Rep of Congo. Made of dense wood this wonderful piece measures 10 1/2"H x 4 1/2"W x 1/2"D. Has a few repairs on the teeth as seen on the picture that add to its character. Do not miss out on this fine piece of African art ! ITEM DESCRIPTION Although the history of the Luba people is one of violence and warfare, their artistic style is characterized by harmonious integration of organically related forms. The splendid artistic achievements of the Luba are due to a felicitous intermingling of different racial and cultural elements, and to the high standards prevailing at the court. Luba arts counts amongst the finest that Africa has to offer. Artists occupied a privileged place in the hierarchy. The Luba artist carried a ceremonial ax on his shoulder, an emblem of prestige and of dignity of his position. Some apprentices would be recruited from among the deformed, who could neither hunt nor be warriors and who were believed to have a close connection with magic. Among the characteristics of Luba sculpture are: intricate hair-dress, often in the form of a cross, or falling down like a cascade; a grooved diagonal band separating the hair-line from the forehead; eyes shaped like coffee-beans; small simplified 'cat's ears'; ornamental cicatrices in relief on the body; the surface elaborately worked and polished. The traditional carvings are for ancestor and spirit cults, for initiation, medical and divination purposes. We take money orders, and credit card If paying by personal check, please allow 7 - 10 days for check clearance. Lucky bidder pays $4.50 S&H in the U.S. International shipping to be determined by destination. Insurance will be added upon request. The item looks a lot better in person! Please see our other auctions for more!100 % satisfaction guaranted or your money back if item is returned in good condition within two weeks of reception. 
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