Ceremonial Chair with Triangle Patterning
Item
Accession Number
2024.77.
Title
Ceremonial Chair with Triangle Patterning
Ethnic Group
Tabwa
Subject
Object|Social Status|Central Africa
Country
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Date
Early 20th Century
Medium
Patinated wood, beads
Format
H x W x D: 46 3/4 in x 16 in x 14 1/2 in (118.745 cm x 40.64 cm x 36.83 cm)
Description
The Tawba ceremonial chair is highly decorated with triangular patterning surround the base of the chair and back side. The bust at the top of the seat has thinly carved scarification patterns and a stylized coiffure. The neck of the bust blends seamlessly into the seat, connecting the two objects as one. The seat has several marks and scratches, showing the chair was most likely functional as well as decorative.
Type
Ceremonial Chair
