Add a touch of profound African heritage to your collection with this beautifully hand-carved Luba Bowl Bearer (Mboko) figure. Originating from the Luba people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), this traditional wooden sculpture is a striking piece of cultural art.
In Luba tradition, these sacred female figures (often referred to as Kabila or Mboko) were historically used by diviners and royalty. The bowl she holds was typically used to contain sacred white kaolin clay or medicinal herbs for spiritual rituals. The figure features classic Luba stylistic elements, including a serene facial expression, arched eyebrows, and a beautifully incised geometric pattern on the vessel she carries.
Whether you are a dedicated collector of African antiquities or looking for a unique and meaningful decorative piece for your home, this sculpture is a fantastic find.
Specifications
• Item Type: Carved Wooden Figure / Bowl Bearer
• Ethnic Group: Luba (Baluba)
• Country of Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)
• Material: Carved Wood
• Height: 19 cm
• Features: Intricate geometric carvings on the bowl, traditional Luba facial proportions.
In Luba tradition, these sacred female figures (often referred to as Kabila or Mboko) were historically used by diviners and royalty. The bowl she holds was typically used to contain sacred white kaolin clay or medicinal herbs for spiritual rituals. The figure features classic Luba stylistic elements, including a serene facial expression, arched eyebrows, and a beautifully incised geometric pattern on the vessel she carries.
Whether you are a dedicated collector of African antiquities or looking for a unique and meaningful decorative piece for your home, this sculpture is a fantastic find.
Specifications
• Item Type: Carved Wooden Figure / Bowl Bearer
• Ethnic Group: Luba (Baluba)
• Country of Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)
• Material: Carved Wood
• Height: 19 cm
• Features: Intricate geometric carvings on the bowl, traditional Luba facial proportions.