Luba small Lupona stool
Traditional neck restraints were owned by Luba rulers and other high-ranking figures, who had sufficient financial resources to purchase them. These African objects, which served as pillows, allowed them to rest their heads during the night. These objects served to protect the hairstyle of its owner during sleep. Classically, a female representation is kneeling and supports the rounded seat with its arms. The headdress is very long.
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Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- Circa 1960
- Size
- 18 x 13 cm
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Wood
- Country
- Origin
- Tribal art collection France
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Traditional neck restraints were owned by Luba rulers and other high-ranking figures, who had sufficient financial resources to purchase them. These African objects, which served as pillows, allowed them to rest their heads during the night. These objects served to protect the hairstyle of its owner during sleep. Classically, a female representation is kneeling and supports the rounded seat with its arms. The headdress is very long.