CONGOLESE LUBA SPOON. Intricately carved wooden spoon by the Luba people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Luba spoons are significant works of art that are imbued with cultural, social, and spiritual meaning. There is a detailed carving on its handle depicting a kneeling human. While they could be used for serving food, Luba spoons often have ceremonial or ritualistic purposes. They are used in ceremonies related to birth, marriage, or other key life events. Their use in these contexts was often accompanied by chants, dances, and incantations, reinforcing the connection between the spiritual and the everyday. - Height: 12.25 inches. Estimate $100-150
