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Power Stick / Scepter - Wood, Bone - Lega - Congo

Power Stick / Scepter – Wood, Bone – Lega – Congo

Name: Power Stick / Scepter - Wood, Bone - Lega - Congo
SKU: 56.67
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Original price was: € 170,00.Current price is: € 120,00.

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About this object

Striking Lega scepter / power stick from DR Congo.

Certain objects (power sticks, scepters, fly swatters, etc.) are exclusive attributes of the function of chief or king, a set of objects that we call re galia . These are the material symbols of the chief’s power.

Command staffs or scepters have always been the insignia of African kings. In some cases, they may also have played the role of phallic symbols evoking notions of power and fertility, in association with royalty.

The scepter was so important in symbolizing royal power that even when it was not in the hands of the sovereign, it was shown the respect due to the leader.

Provenance: former private collection from the Netherlands. Including custom made stand.

Object:	Power stick / Scepter
Ethnic group:	Lega
Country:	Congo, Bone
Material:	Wood
Estimated period:	Mid 20^th century
Sold with stand:	Yes
Dimensions:	36x5x5 cm
Weight:	400 gram
Condition:	Good condition, used with some signs of wear

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