This statue was carved in the style of the Lwalwa people of DR Congo. The statue depicts a male figure with typical Lwalwa facial features and an encrusted patina. He measures 16 inches tall and weighs 1 pound. There is a previous repair to his foot and some cracking and wear and tear throughout. Please inspect photos.
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Male Lwalwa Wooden Statue 16″ – DRC – African Art
Original price was: $175.00.$87.50Current price is: $87.50.
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| Type of Object | Figure, statue |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | DR Congo |
| Ethnicity | Lwalwa |
| Material | Wood, Pigment |
| Approximate Age | Unknown |
| Height (Inches) | 16" |
| Width (Inches) | 3.5” |
| Depth (Inches) | 3” |
| Weight (Pounds/Ounces) | 1 lb |
| Overall Condition | Repair to foot. Some cracking, scuffing and wear and tear |
Tribe Information
About the Lwalwa People
“Another tribe related to the Lualua is the Lwalwa who number 20,000 and live in the frontier with Angola. They are of the Kete origin and came I close contact with the Lunda people during the 17th century. Nevertheless, they remained independent, although they formed a relationship with the Salampasu and the Mbagani. Each Lwalwa village is headed by either a male or female chief, known as Dina Dia Bukalenga, whose power is held in check by a powerful society, the Bangongo. In common with their neighbours, Lwalwa men hunt and the women farm.”
Source:
Baquart, Jean-Baptiste. The Tribal Arts of Africa. New York: Thames and Hudson Inc. 1998. Print.
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