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A Luba divination figure.

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A divination figure, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Luba. 20th century. 11 1/2". With base: 13".
Provenance: The Inventory and Collection from the Estate of Merton D. Simpson. Small divination figures are used ceremonially for amny different functions. This most probably had great powere and was owned by a shaman.

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A Luba divination figure.

Name: A Luba divination figure.
SKU: 49445437
Price: 500 USD
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