Collection of 5 Chief Scepters made of Palmtree Leaf Midribs with very refined finished handles.Mbole People, DRC.
1st half 20th Century
Organic material
103 x 8 x 8 cm
40 1/2 x 3 1/8 x 3 1/8 in
40 1/2 x 3 1/8 x 3 1/8 in
1680
€ 3,600.00
The Sceptres are made of the Midrib of Palm tree leaves. They were used by the Lilwaa Secret Society of the Mbole Tribe members who live in the South-Western part of Kongo. The finishing is very minimalistic and refined.