ITEM #:
5605
ETHNICITY:
Kuba.
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
KUBA BONGO MASK:
The Kuba Bongo mask is one of three in the hierarchy of Kuba royal Bushoong dynasty masks. -
ITEM #:
5605
ETHNICITY:
Kuba.
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
KUBA BONGO MASK:
The Kuba Bongo mask is one of three in the hierarchy of Kuba royal Bushoong dynasty masks.
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ITEM #:
55014
ETHNICITY:
Kete (Kuba)
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
KETE HELMET MASK:
This Kete helmet mask originates from the Kete tribe and possesses distinct Kuba characteristics. -
ITEM #:
5582
ETHNICITY:
Kete (Kuba)
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
KUBA KETE MASK:
This Kuba Kete helmet mask originates from the Kete tribe and possesses distinct Kuba characteristics.
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ISBN #:
8874394947
PUBLISHER:
ACC Publishing Group
PAPERBACK:
160 Pages
KUBA: VISIONS OF AFRICA
Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of African artistic tradition with "Kuba: Visions of Africa." This collector's gem offers an unparalleled glimpse into the creative world of the Kuba people—masters of decoration and symbolism from the heart of the Democratic Republic of Congo
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ITEM #:
4032
ETHNICITY:
Mbole
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
MBOLE CURRENCY ANKLET:
This Kusu Boloko currency form, served as pieces of currency in the Congo. They were used for rare, but major transactions.
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ITEM #:
4029
ETHNICITY:
Mbole
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
MBOLE CURRENCY ANKLET:
This Kusu Boloko currency form, served as pieces of currency in the Congo. They were used for rare, but major transactions.
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ITEM #:
2630
ETHNICITY:
Kwere
ORIGIN:
Tanzania
KWERE MWANA HITI DOLL
This superb old Kwere Mwana Hiti", (which translates to “wooden child” in Swahili), shows wonderful signs of age and use. These Mwana Hiti dolls were carved for young girls upon reaching puberty to teach them maternal instincts. -
ITEM #:
55015
ETHNICITY:
Bozo
ORIGIN:
Mali
BOZO HEADRESS with BOWL:
Feast your eyes on this captivating Bozo headless, boasting a human face adorned with striking pigmentation in joyful shades of vibrant yellow, surmounted by a multicolored bowl. -
ITEM #:
55004
ETHNICITY:
Lega
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
LEGA IDIMU MASK:
Lega masks are all Bwami initiation objects and are divided up into five sub-types according to material, size, and form: lukwakongo, kayamba, idimu, muminia and lukungu. -
ITEM #:
5560
ETHNICITY:
Lega
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
LEGA IDIMU MASK:
A fine old Lega Idimu mask from teh Jean-Pierre Hallet Estate Collection.
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ITEM #:
4506
ETHNICITY:
Lega
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
SUKU FETISH FIGURE
Lega Kalimbangoma figures were owned by a high-ranking Bwami, typically a Lutumbo lwa Kindo or Yananio.
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ITEM #:
5534
ETHNICITY:
Lega
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
LEGA LUKWAKONGO MASK:
Lega masks are all Bwami initiation objects and are divided up into five sub-types according to material, size, and form: lukwakongo, kayamba, idiom, muminia and lukungu.
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ITEM #:
40081
ETHNICITY:
Lega
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
LEGA LUKWAKONGO MASK:
This Lega Lukwakongo mask is part of the one of the five Bwami initiation objects subtypes, (divided up into five sub-types according to material, size, and form) the others are: kayamba, idiom, muminia and lukungu.
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ITEM #:
2190
ETHNICITY:
Lobi
ORIGIN:
Burkina Faso
LOBI BATEBA PHUWE FIGURE:
The Lobi Bateba Phuwe figures are unique in their posture with arms straight down, a straight ahead gaze, and a grim expression. -
ITEM #: 55011 ETHNICITY: Lobi ORIGIN: Burkina Faso LOBI BRACELET: Introducing the stunning Lobi Bracelet: a captivating arm cuff from the Lobi ethnic group in Burkina Faso.
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ITEM #:
55024
ETHNICITY:
Luba
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
LUBA KIFWEBE MASK:
The very existence of the Luba Kifwebe Mask is a testament to the thriving Luba Kingdom, an empire known for its intricate governance, trade eminence, and spiritual prowess dating back to the 1500s. -
ITEM #:
55022
ETHNICITY:
Luba
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
LUBA MATERNITY FIGURE:
Marvel at this intricate, old Luba Female Figure carving that embodies their reverence for motherhood and exquisite craftsmanship.
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ITEM #:
5521
ETHNICITY:
Luba
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
LUBA WHISTLE
The traditional Luba whistle, an instrument utilized by the secretive Luba society in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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ITEM #:
3567
ETHNICITY:
Lulua
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of COngo
LULUA FERTILITY FIGURE:
The intricate markings that grace the Lulua Maternity Figure are not merely decorative; they unveil a story woven into every curve and line. -
ITEM #:
5553
ETHNICITY:
Lulua
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of COngo
LULUA FERTILITY FIGURE:
The intricate markings that grace the Lulua Maternity Figure are not merely decorative; they unveil a story woven into every curve and line.
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ITEM #:
55017
ETHNICITY:
LwaLwa
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
LWALWA MVONDO MASK:
Lwalwa masks mesmerize with their impeccable composition, featuring an angular nose, prominent mouth, and intricately slotted eyes.
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ITEM #: 5505 ETHNICITY: Makonde ORIGIN: Tanzania MAKONDE FIGURE: This unique art form, encompassing household objects, figures, and masks, originated in the Makonde plateau.
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ITEM #:
3342
ETHNICITY:
Makonde.
ORIGIN:
Tanzania.
MAKONDE MATERNITY FIGURE:
Of a large, irregular, shaped head with Makonde trade mark facial scarifications, this female Makonde maternity figure is believed to represent the common female ancestor, the life-force of the early Makonde households of matrilineal kinship but headed by men.
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ITEM #:
5615
ETHNICITY:
Makonde
ORIGIN:
Tanzania
MAKONDE SIMBO STAFF
Adorned with intricately carved figurative heads or figures, a Makonde Simbo Staff was commissioned by Makonde men as a symbol of prestige.
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ITEM #: 55034 ETHNICITY: Mambila ORIGIN: Nigeria, Cameroon SEATED DOGON FEMALE FIGURE: Mambila Tadep figures, more than just carved wood, they are homes for ancestral spirits. These spirits, the guardians of planting and harvest seasons, hold the key to the Mambila's abundant agricultural life.
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ITEM #:
2645
ETHNICITY:
Mambila
ORIGIN:
Cameroon
MAMBILA TADEP FIGURE:
This Mambila Tadep figure comes from eastern Nigeria and western Cameroon. It serves as an abode for ancestral spirits and is normally kept on a family altar at a ritual experts hut (suaga). -
ITEM #: 9003 ETHNICITY: Various ORIGIN: West Africa MANILLA CURRENCY The manilla currency bracelet was the most common form of metal currency in West Africa.
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ITEM #: 241 ETHNICITY: Hargreaves Ntukwana (1938 - 1998) ORIGIN: South Africa NAME Mathematician (Watercolor and Ink on Paper).
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ITEM #:
2311
ETHNICITY:
Mbole
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
MBOLE CURRENCY ANKLET:
This Mbole anklet, and incredibly designed pieces like it, served as pieces of currency in the Congo. They were used for rare, but major transactions.
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ITEM #:
4044
ETHNICITY:
Mbole
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
MBOLE CURRENCY ANKLET:
This currency anklet, created by the Mbole, served as pieces of currency in the Congo. They were used for rare, but major transactions.
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ITEM #:
2226
ETHNICITY:
Mbole
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
MBOLE CURRENCY ANKLET:
This currency anklet, created by the Mbole, served as pieces of currency in the Congo. They were used for rare, but major transactions.
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ITEM #:
4040
ETHNICITY:
Mbole
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
MBOLE CURRENCY ANKLET:
This currency anklet, created by the Mbole, served as pieces of currency in the Congo. They were used for rare, but major transactions.
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ITEM DESCRIPTION:
Mfunte Currency Blade
ITEM #:
4020
ETHNICITY:
Mambila
ORIGIN:
Nigeria / Cameroon
MANILLA CURRENCY
The Mfunte currency blade was the most common form of metal currency for the Mambila people in Nigeria and Cameroon.
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ITEM DESCRIPTION:
Mfunte Currency Blade
ITEM #:
4019
ETHNICITY:
Mambila
ORIGIN:
Nigeria / Cameroon
MANILLA CURRENCY
The Mfunte currency blade was the most common form of metal currency for the Mambila people in Nigeria and Cameroon.
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ITEM DESCRIPTION:
Mfunte Currency Blade
ITEM #:
4020
ETHNICITY:
Mambila
ORIGIN:
Nigeria / Cameroon
MANILLA CURRENCY
The Mfunte currency blade was the most common form of metal currency for the Mambila people in Nigeria and Cameroon.
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ITEM #:
2255
ETHNICITY:
Mossi
ORIGIN:
Burkina Faso
MOSSI BIGA FERTILITY DOLL
These Mossi Fertility dolls, known as Biga (doll child), were often carved for female children. The belief was that the doll kindled maternal instincts in them. -
ITEM #:
4505
ETHNICITY:
Mossi
ORIGIN:
Burkina Faso
MOSSI BIGA FERTILITY DOLL
African Fertility doll like this fine old Mossi Fertility doll, known as Biga (doll child), were often carved for female children. The belief was that the doll kindled maternal instincts in them.
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ITEM #: 489 ETHNICITY: Hargreaves Ntukwana (1938 - 1998) ORIGIN: South Africa NAME Mother & Child (Watercolor and Ink on Paper).
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ITEM #:
2801
ETHNICITY:
Mumuye
ORIGIN:
Nigeria
MUMUYE LAGALAGANA RATTLE:
This Makonde harp, or 5-string zither, comes from Tanzania. -
ITEM #:
5544
ETHNICITY:
Namji
ORIGIN:
Cameroon
NAMJI DOWAYO DOLL:
An old Namji Dowayo Doll from Cameroon. These Namji Dowayo, are fertility dolls , gifted to brides, and are belived to enhance the bride’s fertility. -
ITEM #:
5517
ETHNICITY:
Ngbaka
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic Of Congo
NGBAKA MASK
The Ngbaka people of the Democratic Republic of Congo are renowned for their intricate and unique style of mask art. -
ITEM #:
5583
ETHNICITY:
Ngbandi
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
NGBANDI PROTECTIVE FIGURE:
Some of these Ngbandi protective figures even embody the Ngbirondo spirit and serve as protectors of the village. -
ITEM #:
5613
ETHNICITY:
Nyamwezi
ORIGIN:
Tanzania
NYAMWEZI ZITHER:
This Nyamwezi zither, or 5-string harp, comes from the largest ethnic groups in north-central Tanzania. -
ITEM #:
2676
ETHNICITY:
Yombe
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
NYAMWEZI ZITHER:
This Nyamwezi zither, or 5-string harp, comes from the largest ethnic groups in north-central Tanzania.
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ITEM #:
55046
ETHNICITY:
Nyamwezi
ORIGIN:
Tanzania
NYAMWEZI ZITHER:
This Nyamwezi zither, or 5-string harp, comes from the largest ethnic groups in north-central Tanzania.
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ITEM #:
3591
ETHNICITY:
Ogoni
ORIGIN:
Eastern Niger Delta
OGONI ELU MASK:
The Ogoni Eli mask was used to narrate tales of lore with its iconic hinged jaw that rattles with motion. -
ITEM #:
55020
ETHNICITY:
Bambara
ORIGIN:
Mali
BAMBARA CHIWARA FEMALE:
The Chiwara headdresses were worn in dances at the beginning of the rainy season (or when a fallow field was re-seeded) to assure a good harvest. -
ITEM #:
55042
ETHNICITY:
Baule
ORIGIN:
Cote D'Ivoire
BAULE COLONIAL FIGURE:
An early, hand-carved and hand-painted colonial, wooden colonial figure in a formal suit and a jaunty pose by the Baule people of Ivory Coast. -
ITEM #:
55043
ETHNICITY:
Baule
ORIGIN:
Cote D'Ivoire
BAULE COLONIAL FIGURE:
An early, hand-carved and hand-painted colonial, wooden colonial figure in a formal suit and a jaunty pose by the Baule people of Ivory Coast.
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ITEM #:
4095
ETHNICITY:
Songye
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
SONGYE KIFWEBE MASK:
Embrace the Songye Kifwebe female mask as a centerpiece for the culturally avid collector, or let it stand as a symbol of authority and the transformative power of tradition in your space. -
ITEM #:
55026
ETHNICITY:
Yaka
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
YAKA NDEEMA MASK:
Wonderful old Yaka Ndeema Mask from the Jean-Pierre Hallet Estate Collection. Masks of this genre were used in the initiation rites of the young boys coming of age.
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ITEM #: 4510 ETHNICITY: Dogon ORIGIN: Mali SEATED DOGON FEMALE FIGURE: A key figure is the seated Dogon female figure, representing the Primordial Couple, source of authority in their society supported by eight nommos.
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ITEM #:
5608
ETHNICITY:
Senufo
ORIGIN:
Cote D'Ivoire
SENUFO HELMET MASK:
In traditional Africa, helmet masks like this Senufo Helmet Mask were used not only as protection but also to show status or rank. They were carved from wood, cast in bronze or woven and embellished with horns, symbolic forms, cloth, cowries, metal strips, and beads.. -
ITEM #:
2719
ETHNICITY:
Senufo
ORIGIN:
Ivory Coast
SENUFO TUGUBELE FIGURE
An Exceptional Senufo Figure.
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ITEM #:
4036
ETHNICITY:
Songye
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
SONGYE KIFWEBE NKISI:
This Kifwebe style power figure (nkisi) was crafted by the Songye, Nkisi (singular) and Mankishi (plural), to resist wizardry and witchcraft.
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ITEM #:
4598
ETHNICITY:
Chokwe
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo / Angola
CHOKWE SHIELD
The shield showcased here originates from the Chokwe Peoples of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Angola. -
ITEM #:
4599
ETHNICITY:
Luba
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
LUBA KIFWEBE SWORD
The shield showcased here originates from the Luba Peoples of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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ITEM #:
2635
ETHNICITY:
Suku
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
SUKU DIVINATION CUP
Suku cups were passed down in a matrilinear succession and generations of use resulted in the shiny old patinas that are the characteristic. -
ITEM #:
5526
ETHNICITY:
Suku
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
SUKU FETISH FIGURE
This Suku fetish figure (as called in older literature) or power figure, is attributed to the Suku/Yaka people of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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ITEM #:
1570
ETHNICITY:
Asante
ORIGIN:
Ghana
MANILLA CURRENCY
Each Asante had a personal Asante stool with designs showing social status, gender, and even political affiliation.
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