A great Lobala slitgong, Ubangi region, R. d. Congo.
Wood, 237 cm long. This large bitonal drum is played by a drummer who can produce high or low sounds depending the side chosen. They are used to call the community and during ceremonies. This drum represents the water buffalo, large and impressive, showing the power of the chief of the village. (VJ)
Provenance:
collected around 1950 by a Belgian agent;
Prof. Daniel Vangroenweghe Bruges (1938-).
Specialist: Joris Visser
Joris Visser
+32-2-514 00 34
Joris.Visser@dorotheum.com
30.03.2022 - 15:56
- Realized price: **
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EUR 12,800.-
- Estimate:
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EUR 6,000.- to EUR 8,000.-
- Starting bid:
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EUR 5,000.-
A great Lobala slitgong, Ubangi region, R. d. Congo.
Wood, 237 cm long. This large bitonal drum is played by a drummer who can produce high or low sounds depending the side chosen. They are used to call the community and during ceremonies. This drum represents the water buffalo, large and impressive, showing the power of the chief of the village. (VJ)
Provenance:
collected around 1950 by a Belgian agent;
Prof. Daniel Vangroenweghe Bruges (1938-).
Specialist: Joris Visser
Joris Visser
+32-2-514 00 34
Joris.Visser@dorotheum.com
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| Auction: | Tribal Art |
| Auction type: | Online auction |
| Date: | 30.03.2022 - 15:56 |
| Location: | Vienna | Palais Dorotheum |
| Exhibition: | 24.03. - 30.03.2022 |
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