A Luba female Divination idol, African Art

A very finely carved Luba female sculpture with classic form, raised scarification, ribbed neck and showen holding her breasts, perhaps as a symbol of fertility. Luba peoples, Congo , Africa. Measures

A Fine Luba Shankadi Female Spirit figure from the Congo, Africa. Carved wooden female idol with serene downcast heavy eye lids and hands in front of abdomen in a traditional pose. According to the li

Carved wooden female sculpture from the Dan peoples, Ivory Coast of West Africa. A darling diminutive example with undeniable well handled surface patina, possibly part of a diviners "kit". The statue

Carved wooden Divination vessel with two females shown supporting bowl atop their head and with highly stylized form and intricate incised designs. Mboko are traditionally used as divination tools and

A Very finely and well handled old Kusu or Luba peoples Power figure or "Nkisi" sculpture, with stylized face and form, an opening on top that likely once held an animal horn filled with magical subst

A small carved wooden fetish or idol in stylized form, possibly used as a divination idol. Luba or Zela peoples, Congo, central Africa. Custom Mounted. The idol measures 3 5/8 inches tall ( 4.75 inche

A lovely old carved wooden female effigy with stylized coiffure, hands held down along the torso, protruding navel and old glass beads around the waist. Obvious weathering and handling suggest ritual

A VERY OLD CARVED WOODEN "NKISHI" SCULPTURE FROM THE LUBA PEOPLES OF THE CONGO, AFRICA. MEASURES 20 INCHES TALL ( 21.5 INCHES ON PROFESSIONAL CUSTOM DISPLAY STAND) PLEASE NOTE THE DEEPLY PATINATED SUR

This is a very fine and vintage Ancestor sculpture from the Azande peoples, DRC / Congo central Africa. Carved from a single piece of wood with a well handled and weathered surface patina, adorned wit

A carved wooden female image with highly stylized facial features and form. Likely used on a personal shrine as a medium to the world of ancestral spirits. Montol peoples, Nigeria, Africa. The sculptu

A fine carved wooden female ancestor idol with bold features and and powerful stylized form, lip plug, pony tail, pierced ears, and protruding navel. The figure has a well handled , oily surface, was

A finely carved vintage to antique wooden female effigy with stylized form and well handled surface patina. Luba peoples, Congo, Africa. From a Private Philadelphia collection. The figure measures 11.

This is a very old, weathered and eroded wood sculpture from the Ibo peoples of Nigeria, West Africa. Truly a impressive old example, and although much is lost, what remains is a powerful display of I

A lovely vintage carved wooden effigy of a "venavai" female with serene semi closed eyes and well handled surface patina, adorned with glass beads. Ewe peoples, Togo, Africa. The sculpture measures 11

A charming carved female sculpture with elaborate coiffure and enlarged head with sweet face, the female holding her breast in a fertility pose. Luba peoples, Congo, Africa. Despite the weathered and

A Lovely carved wooden effigy of a Mother and child with raised scar designs and an overall fantastic form and style. Zela peoples, Luba sub-group, Congo, Africa. The figure measures 11.5 x 6.5 inches

Old and weathered carved wooden female effigy with retractable arms ( one lost) and obvious age and exposure to the elements. Ibibio peoples, Nigeria, Africa. This shrine idol measures 24 inches tall

A Finely carved wooden female image from the Luba peoples of the Congo, DRC , central Africa. Carved from a dense heavy wood with stylized features, a lovely example. Measures 22.25 on custom base.

A Very finely and well handled old Kusu or Luba peoples Power figure or "Nkisi" sculpture, with stylized fgace and form, and large opening on top that likely once held an animal horn filled with magic

A Very finely and well handled old Kusu or Luba peoples Power figure or "Nkisi" sculpture, with stylized fgace and form, and large opening on top that likely once held an animal horn filled with magic

This is a finely carved wooden sculpture from the Luba peoples of The Congo, Africa. This sculpture represents a Divination ritual, the diviner sits with the person, hands out, and offerings are made,

This is a exceedingly rare and very finely carved wood sculpture of a Mboko or bowl bearer from the Luba or Zela peoples of Congo, central Africa.This magic sculpture was designed to forecast future e

Measurements (inches) & Weight (pounds) Height: 12.5" Width: 3" Depth: 3.25" Weight: 1.25 lbs A beautiful standing female figure with arms on her abdomen. There is gorgeous diamond shaped carved d

A matched set of carved wooden idols accented in Laundry Blue pigment / dye and featuring classic facial features and overall form. Such pairs were often considered mediums to the spirit world and wou