{"product_id":"luba-bowl-bearer-mboko-wooden-figure","title":"Luba Bowl Bearer Mboko Wooden Figure","description":"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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 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.\u003cbr\u003eWhether 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecifications\u003cbr\u003e•\tItem Type: Carved Wooden Figure \/ Bowl Bearer\u003cbr\u003e•\tEthnic Group: Luba (Baluba)\u003cbr\u003e•\tCountry of Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)\u003cbr\u003e•\tMaterial: Carved Wood\u003cbr\u003e•\tHeight: 19 cm\u003cbr\u003e•\tFeatures: Intricate geometric carvings on the bowl, traditional Luba facial proportions.","brand":"\u0026 Other Stories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48105194094818,"sku":"ALB-FIG-009","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/2201\/3922\/files\/0531c3e2-6a43-458f-916b-42f84ce33ba2.jpg?v=1785278706","url":"https:\/\/www.alobalo.shop\/products\/luba-bowl-bearer-mboko-wooden-figure","provider":"Alobalo ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}