Lot 1159

Luba, Toma, Baule Peoples, (7) canes and scepters

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Luba, Toma, Baule Peoples, (7) canes and scepters

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Description

Luba, Toma, Baule Peoples, (7) canes and scepters, DR Congo, dark stained carved wood, all topped with carved human figures or busts, 52"h (tallest)

Provenance: Estate of Distinguished Professor Philip Gould, NYC

Notes/Literature: Professor of Chinese Art History at Columbia University and Sarah Lawrence College, Professor Philip Gould was a passionate collector of African Art, and curated numerous museum and gallery exhibitions from his personal collection.

Condition

Good, attractive patina, all showing various degrees of rubbing, scratches, hairlines, and surface wear **Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.

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Luba, Toma, Baule Peoples, (7) canes and scepters

Name: Luba, Toma, Baule Peoples, (7) canes and scepters
SKU: 112683287
Price: 600 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $400

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