Kuba Wood Female Figure Miniature 8 Inch Congo

  

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EndDiv p {margin: 5px 0px;} Brand Unbranded Type of Object Carving, Figure, Statue, Sculpture Country of Origin Congo People Kuba Materials Wood, pigment Approximate Age Early 20th century Height (in) 8 Width (in) 2.5 Depth (in) 2 Overall Condition Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners. Damage/Repair Cracks and dirt throughout. The Kuba people, also known as the Bakuba, are an ethnic group located in the Democratic Republic of Congo, specifically along the Sankuru River. The Kuba Kingdom, established by the Kuba people, reached its peak during the mid-19th century.

The Kuba's migration from the north to their current location took place in the 16th century. Upon their arrival, they encountered the Twa people who were already living in the area. Over time, the Kuba Kingdom absorbed the Twa, although the Twa retained some of their independent cultural characteristics within the larger Kuba society. While Europeans first reached the region in 1884, the Kuba Kingdom remained relatively isolated and was not as significantly affected by the transatlantic slave trade as many other African peoples in the area.

However, the late 19th century saw the Nsapo invasion, which resulted in the fragmentation of the Kuba Kingdom to a large extent. The Kuba people are renowned for their intricate artistic traditions, including the carving of miniature figures.

These figurines often depict various aspects of Kuba life, such as rulers, hunters, musicians, and dancers. The Kuba have a rich cultural heritage, and their artistic expressions continue to be appreciated and studied by people around the world. Please visit our About Us page.

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