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Luba Comb of Congo - Aboriginal Indigenous Art

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Luba Comb of Congo - Aboriginal Indigenous Art

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Luba Comb of Congo - Aboriginal Indigenous Art - Carved of wood by the Luba people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Depicts a female figure atop with one arm. The Luba, like many African peoples, have turned simple, everyday objects into small masterpieces of art. These combs are not necessarily meant for untangling the hair, but are worn as decoration to enhance the elaborate hairstyles of the Luba women. They are often given by a male relative to a female member of the family once they have come of age. It symbolises the girls transition to womanhood as well as conferring on her a sense of pride in her beauty and appearance. This is echoed by the small image of the female at the top of this comb, which represents the expression of Luba concepts of ideal beauty. Measures 10.75" x 3". Item comes from the collection of Timothy Koock. Ships from Austin, Tx.

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Luba Comb of Congo - Aboriginal Indigenous Art

Name: Luba Comb of Congo - Aboriginal Indigenous Art
SKU: 174656655
Price: 7000 USD
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