Power emblem (1) - Wood - Nigeria - 1st half 20th century
MAMBILA power stick Wisdom and reflection are essential qualities required for a traditional chief. That is what this staff of authority, the emblem of a Mambila chief's power, represents. The cavity in its lower abdomen allowed a mystical charge to be placed in it. The closed eyes, surrounded by white, evoke its relationship with the spirits of its ancestors, the foundation of its function. Very expressive piece. Beautiful patina of use. Rare. Provenance : Private Belgian collection Certification on request Shipping : Insured, tracked and traced Pick up possible at our gallery in Brussels (Sablon)
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MAMBILA power stick Wisdom and reflection are essential qualities required for a traditional chief. That is what this staff of authority, the emblem of a Mambila chief's power, represents. The cavity in its lower abdomen allowed a mystical charge to be placed in it. The closed eyes, surrounded by white, evoke its relationship with the spirits of its ancestors, the foundation of its function. Very expressive piece. Beautiful patina of use. Rare. Provenance : Private Belgian collection Certification on request Shipping : Insured, tracked and traced Pick up possible at our gallery in Brussels (Sablon)
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