Beautiful staff / scepter stick from the Bemba people of Congo / Tanzania. The staff is made out of wood and is in good condition with traces of wear and tear and wonderfull shiny aged patina.
The Bemba (Not to be confused with Bembe people) belong to a large group of Bantu peoples, primarily in the Northern, Luapula, Muchinga and the northern Central Province of Zambia. The Bemba entered Zambia before 1740 by crossing the Luapula River from Kola. Several other ethnic groups in the northern and Luapula regions of Zambia speak languages which are similar to Bemba, but have different origins.
Provenance: Manfred Schäfer collection, ex- gallery owner from Ulm, Germany.With certificate of Authenticity signed by professor Karl-Ferdinand Schädler. Including custom made stand.
| Object: |
Power stick, Scepter |
| Ethnic group: |
Bemba |
| Country: |
Congo / Tanzania |
| Material: |
Wood |
| Period: |
Mid 20th century |
| Sold with stand: |
Yes |
| Dimensions: |
80x6x5 cm |
| Weight: |
700 gram |
| Condition: |
Good condition, used with some signs of wear |
