Siège à cariatide - Wood - DR Congo - 1st half 20th century
Caryatid Stool Luba culture, Democratic Republic of Congo First half of the 20th century. Wood. Height: 39 cm; Diameter: 23. 5 cm. (crack and wear on the base) Stool carved with a decorated feminine caryatid figure, supporting a circular plate with both arms, serving as seat. The large feet with incised toes stand on a circular base. Luba caryatid stool are considered as objects of prestige, specific to royally.
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Caryatid Stool Luba culture, Democratic Republic of Congo First half of the 20th century. Wood. Height: 39 cm; Diameter: 23. 5 cm. (crack and wear on the base) Stool carved with a decorated feminine caryatid figure, supporting a circular plate with both arms, serving as seat. The large feet with incised toes stand on a circular base. Luba caryatid stool are considered as objects of prestige, specific to royally.