Luba Katanga Congo Combat And Work Axe Collected By Charles Mahauden Around 1960
Luba battle and work axe featuring a forged iron blade mounted on a wooden handle that has retained a beautiful reddish-brown and honey-colored patina
Provenance:
Collected in Katanga (Belgian Congo) between 1952 and 1970 by Charles Mahauden, a Belgian colonial administrator nicknamed “Kisongokimo” by the Grand Chief of the Baluba and author of:“Charles Mahauden — Kisongokimo — Hunting and Magic Among the Baluba” — Paris — Flammarion, “L’Aventure vécue” series — 1965 — 252 pages
A Belgian colonial administrator and wildlife conservationist, Charles Mahauden lived in Katanga for over 40 years. He became famous for his close ties with the Luba people, his writings on their hunting traditions, and his collection of African tribal art
Democratic Republic of the CongoLuba people
In good condition with a few minor signs of wear
Dimensions:44.5 × 22.5 cm
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Pickup available in the Paris area
Provenance:
Collected in Katanga (Belgian Congo) between 1952 and 1970 by Charles Mahauden, a Belgian colonial administrator nicknamed “Kisongokimo” by the Grand Chief of the Baluba and author of:“Charles Mahauden — Kisongokimo — Hunting and Magic Among the Baluba” — Paris — Flammarion, “L’Aventure vécue” series — 1965 — 252 pages
A Belgian colonial administrator and wildlife conservationist, Charles Mahauden lived in Katanga for over 40 years. He became famous for his close ties with the Luba people, his writings on their hunting traditions, and his collection of African tribal art
Democratic Republic of the CongoLuba people
In good condition with a few minor signs of wear
Dimensions:44.5 × 22.5 cm
Careful shipping; tracked package within 24/48 hours
Payment Methods: Credit Card, Bank Transfer, or PayPal
Pickup available in the Paris area
540 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Solid wood
Length: 22,5
Height: 44,5
Reference (ID): 1783724
Availability: In stock
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