Luba AAA340 Stool

A Luba stool dedicated to power and the female lineage

The Luba AAA340 stool presented by Versmissen dates from the 20th century and comes from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Carved from natural wood, it belongs to a tradition devoted to identifying and glorifying royal rulers and officials within the hierarchy of the Luba Empire.

More than simply a seat, this stool was regarded as a sacred receptacle for the chief's spirit. Its caryatids honour female ancestors and recall that succession followed the female line in this patriarchal society. This beige piece therefore combines majesty and spirituality in a format measuring 22 x 22 x 45 cm.

Features of the Luba AAA340 stool

• 20th-century Luba piece
• Originating from the Democratic Republic of the Congo
• Caryatids honouring female ancestors
• Stool carved from natural wood
• Dimensions: 22 x 22 x 45 cm