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Description : African Tribal Art: Luba People, Zaire: Shrine figure of a mother holding a child, Early 20th Century. Carved wood with a fine dark patina. African maternity shrine figures testify to the importance of women and children to the perpetuation of each culture. They are carved to show the ideals of beauty, fertility, character and may reference a legendary mother or ancestor.

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About the lot N° 59
Title : Maternity Shrine Figure
Size : 29.5H x 8.5W x 9D
Provenance : Private collection.
Notes : This lot is being sold subject to a confidential reserve price.
Condition report : Good condition. Minor abrasions, minor chip on the belt and a desiccation crack in torso, with native repair. Please inspect the photos and videos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot. ***VIDEO: To see a 3D video of this item, copy and paste the link below into your search browser: https://youtu.be/LE5dzxX027M

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