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We know they suffered under Lunda domination as early as 1600, and their territory was firmly established in central Angola during this time. Over the centuries, colonialism, wars, disease and famine resulted in the fragmentation of the Chokwe into the smaller, more isolated groups we find today. Relatives of the Chokwe include the Lwena, the Songo and the Ovimbundu, and their artworks bear strong evidence of Chokwe origin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase of resonance board is cracked, see photos for more details.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance: John R. Rohner Collection\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eRohner, a museum curator for decades, aimed his practiced eye for authenticity to African art beginning in the early 1908s. His passion for this art only grew through the decades he built his collection––always with an aim for a broad and representative array of pieces. The collection appears in his book, \u003ci\u003eArt Treasures from African Runners\u003c\/i\u003e (2000, University Press of Colorado). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem #231 on pg. 139\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeight (In): 9.75\u003cbr\u003eWidth (In): 5.5\u003cbr\u003eDepth (In): 1.75\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e157289\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 157000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52169903636775,"sku":"157289","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/IMG_8238_3c54422b-3d75-4d9e-9413-5bd4d76902ca.jpg?v=1790267119"},{"product_id":"lega-cane-finial-congo-rohner-collection-157293","title":"Lega Cane Finial Congo Rohner Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA cane or walking stick finial, usually attached to the top. There is a small hole where the screw used to go.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlmost the entire opus of Lega art is used ceremonially by and for members of the \"Bwami\" society, which regulates nearly all aspects of Lega social and ritual life. Though limited to masks and small figures made from wood or ivory, the ability of the Lega artist to create an enchanting visual experience within a strict artistic tradition is legendary. This skill is even more surprising since the Lega do not consider the \"beauty\" of an object to be relevant. Only its success in Bwami counts, with the definition of \"success\" being rather mystical. The masks are usually rather flat, with narrow, coffee bean-shaped eyes, long, flat nose, and a partially opened mouth. The overall effect is one of a naive charm, mixed with surprise. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Lega began their migration into the Congo, from what is now Uganda, in the 16th century. They were fierce warriors, and they assimilated many cultures along the way. Thus, much of Congo culture that exists to the east of the Luba will show Lega influence in their societal practices, as well as in the styles of art they produce. The civil chaos in the eastern Congo during recent years has not yet significantly affected the Lega, and they continue to be a powerful force in the region.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance: John R. Rohner Collection\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eRohner, a museum curator for decades, aimed his practiced eye for authenticity to African art beginning in the early 1908s. His passion for this art only grew through the decades he built his collection––always with an aim for a broad and representative array of pieces. 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Though limited to masks and small figures made from wood or ivory, the ability of the Lega artist to create an enchanting visual experience within a strict artistic tradition is legendary. This skill is even more surprising since the Lega do not consider the \"beauty\" of an object to be relevant. Only its success in Bwami counts, with the definition of \"success\" being rather mystical. The masks are usually rather flat, with narrow, coffee bean-shaped eyes, a long, flat nose, and a partially opened mouth. The overall effect is one of a naive charm, mixed with surprise. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Lega began their migration into the Congo, from what is now Uganda, in the 16th century. They were fierce warriors, and they assimilated many cultures along the way. Thus, much of Congo culture that exists to the east of the Luba will show Lega influence in their societal practices, as well as in the styles of art they produce. 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Songye masks are typically bold and angular with sharply incised striations, used by the Bwadi bwa Kifwebe society in rituals connected to authority and social control. Luba interpretations tend to be more rounded and refined, with softer lines and an emphasis on performance and ceremonial display, reflecting a shared heritage expressed through distinct stylistic approaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Luba, also known as the Baluba, live primarily in the southern and eastern regions of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and are widely celebrated for their refined carving traditions. Masks hold an important place in Luba society, appearing in ceremonies, initiations, funerals, and community performances. They are regarded as sacred objects that embody spiritual forces and act as intermediaries between the human and spirit worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example represents a female Kifwebe mask. Female masks are typically characterized by a smoother surface, more rounded crest, and gentler facial features compared to the more aggressive, high-crested male forms. The striated patterns symbolize spiritual power and protection while reinforcing social values and moral order within the community. Worn during performances, the mask would have moved rhythmically with the dancer, activating its spiritual presence through motion, music, and ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Luba masks are admired for both their artistic excellence and cultural importance, and they continue to stand as powerful expressions of Luba identity, spirituality, and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance: John R. 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The dark, worn surface exhibits extensive handling and age-related patination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eOf particular significance is a deep, deliberately bored cavity entering through the underside of the base. The opening is irregular at its mouth but extends approximately five inches into the figure, narrowing toward its inner termination. Old residual material remains within the cavity. The construction appears intentional rather than the result of damage or natural deterioration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eThe concealed cavity is an important feature in considering the object's original function. Comparable Bembe figures are documented with cavities through which medicinal or spiritually potent substances were introduced, and such figures could function as ancestral or power objects. 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