Luba Female Figure Pottery Statue Old African Sculpture

An Early Luba Seated Female Bearer Pottery Funerary Figure Terracotta Statue
Antique African Art - Tribal Sculpture - Democratic Republic of Congo Zaire

Origin: Luba peoples of the Upemba Basin in the DRC Congo Zaire, Central Africa
Material: Terracotta, fired ceramic clay pottery
Period: Early 20th century, conservatively
Dimensions: 6 1/4" height, 4 1/8" width, 4" depth; weight is 1.50 pounds
Condition: Magnificent. Held in private collection, the condition of this piece remains unchanged from the time of its original 1950's field acquisition. Completely intact, NO evidence of restoration noted; structurally sound, significant patination throughout. Make special note of the intricate coiffure, sublime facial expression, classic posturing and use of red slip - all indicative of a funerary offering piece - a splendid specimen!

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