Neck rest – Wood – Luba – Congo DRC

Description

A beautiful LUBA neck rest, D.R. Congo. It has a detailed figure with intricately carved face; beautiful patina.

The wooden neck rest is widely used by women to protect their hairdo. When they lie on the support with their neck, there is no weight on the hair which allows the hairdo to stay intact.
Beautiful aged patina, good condition.

Provenance: former private collection from Germany.

Object

Neck rest

Ethnic group:

Luba

Country:

DR Congo

Material:

Wood

Period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

20x12x7 cm

Weight:

350 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $160.00

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Neck rest – Wood – Luba – Congo DRC

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