Luba Female Figure sash distinguished by its sizeable

distinguished by its sizeable

allowing tools like this to survive in astonishing condition for over 7

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The form features a petite

and an open mouth revealing sharp fangs

Luba Female Figure sash distinguished by its sizeableLuba people, early to mid 20th century, Democratic Republic of the Congo Magnificent and graceful wooden female figure standing upright with softly flexed knees and hips, carved with the refined elegance characteristic of Luba artistry. The composition displays a beautifully balanced body with pointed flanking breasts, long tubular arms, and hands gently resting upon a rounded abdomen with a pronounced navelan emblem of lineage, fertility, and