Luluwa; Ceremonial adze; TC 143
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Ceremonial adze
Luluwa
early 20th century
Wood, metal
H.46 cm
TC 143

While Janus or multi-headed figures are not uncommon in African art, it is exceedingly rare to fine an object with one head and two bodies, in this instance in dance.

Provenance:
Alan Steele, New York, 2000