Luba-kusu fetish, D.R.C.

Luba-kusu fetish, D.R.C.
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Anthropomorphic fetish presenting the bust of an ancestor. The arms are placed alongside the body and meet at the level of the stomach. The face is thin and slender. The expression is soft and serene. The head is topped with a cavity which contained the magical charge.
At his belt, he has a cord from which hangs a small horn which still contains its magical charge.
Wood, old patina of use, cord in vegetable material, horn.
H: 17.5cm
Luba-Kusu people, Democratic Republic of Congo
Mid 20th century

Ref: 4O1LDMIUAC

Style Tribal Art (African Statues, Puppets, Dolls, Maternity of Tribal Art Style)
Period 20th century (African Statues, Puppets, Dolls, Maternity 20th century)
Country of origin Congo
Height (cm) 17,5 cm
Materials Wood
Shipping Time Ready to ship in 4-7 Business Days
Location 69620, Ternand, France
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