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 -
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 #:
2165
ETHNICITY:
Turkana
ORIGIN:
Kenya
TURKANA HEADREST:
This headrest was carved by the Turkana from Kenya and was used to keep the head elevated when sleeping in order to preserve the elaborately woven coiffures. -
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 #:
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 #:
5550
ETHNICITY:
Baule
ORIGIN:
Ivory Coast
BAULE SLINGSHOT HANDLE:
The artistry of the Baule carvers is evident in the detail of the carving, and the passion that went into decorating everyday items like this African slingshot handle. -
ITEM #: 5595 ETHNICITY: Bamun ORIGIN: Cameroon IGBO COIL CURRENCY: This massive ornate bracelet is a form of currency found among the Bamum (Bamun) people of Cameroon.
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ITEM #: 55010 ETHNICITY: Iron Oil Lamp ORIGIN: Mali DOGON IRON OIL LAMP: Introducing the captivating Old Dogon Iron Oil Lamp from the Dogon People of Mali, used in practical and ritualistic functions in households.
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ITEM #:
2137
ETHNICITY:
Baule
ORIGIN:
Ivory Coast
BAULE SLINGSHOT HANDLE:
The artistry of the Baule carvers is evident in the detail of the carving, and the passion that went into decorating everyday items like this African slingshot handle.
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ITEM #:
4099
ETHNICITY:
Baule
ORIGIN:
Cote D'Ivoire
BAULE COLONIAL FIGURE:
A wooden colonial figure in a formal suit and a jaunty pose by the Baule people of Ivory Coast
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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 #:
2527
ETHNICITY:
Idoma
ORIGIN:
Nigeria
IDOMA IKPOBI MASK:
This Idoma mask, known as an ikpboi mask, belongs to the younger men's age-grade associations, though today, an Ikpobi mask is used in funeral ceremonies. -
ITEM #:
3527
ETHNICITY:
Yombe
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
YOMBE SHRINE FIGURE:
A figure carved by the Yombe intended for use on a shrine. -
ITEM #:
40082
ETHNICITY:
Various
ORIGIN:
West Africa
BAMILEKE KUOSI SOCIETY ELEPHANT MASK:
These bracelets weren't just accessories; they were treasured forms of currency, precious dowry offerings, and symbols of power and prestige. -
ITEM DESCRIPTION:
Toposa Pipe
ITEM #:
2588
ETHNICITY:
Toposa
ORIGIN:
Southern Sudan
TOPOSA PIPE
The Toposa people who lived in southern Sudan created items like this brass and bone Toposa pipe for the smoking of tobacco.
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ITEM DESCRIPTION:
Toposa Smoking Pipe
ITEM #:
2589
ETHNICITY:
Toposa
ORIGIN:
Southern Sudan
TOPOSA PIPE
The Toposa people who lived in southern Sudan created items like this brass and bone Toposa smoking pipe for the smoking of tobacco.
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ITEM #:
4027
ETHNICITY:
Kusu
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
KUSU BOLOKO CURRENCY:
This kusu boloko currency 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.
