Divination instrument "kashekesheke" - D. R. Congo,
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wood, stained brown patina, string of miniature glass beads, characteristic form, opening in the head for insertion of magical substances, slightly dam., abrasion of paint, base;
Luba diviners use "kashekesheke" in order to solve social problems. Among groups to the north of Luba, most notably the Songye, a similar technique is called "katadora". During a consultation, client and diviner together held the sculpture, which responded to their questions either yes or no.
H: 14 cm, H: 5,5 inch
Provenance:
French Collection, Paris
Continent: Africa
Luba diviners use "kashekesheke" in order to solve social problems. Among groups to the north of Luba, most notably the Songye, a similar technique is called "katadora". During a consultation, client and diviner together held the sculpture, which responded to their questions either yes or no.
H: 14 cm, H: 5,5 inch
Provenance:
French Collection, Paris
Continent: Africa
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Divination instrument "kashekesheke" - D. R. Congo,
Estimate €1,800 - €3,000
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