LUBA or BALUBA is indigenous ethnic group in the south-central region of Democratic Republic of Congo. LUBA society consist of miners, smiths, woodworkers, potters, crafters and people of various professions. the figurative bellows surmounted by a finely sculpted forms as shown was not only a crucial component of blacksmith, but also a powerful symbol of important connections between metalworking arts and sacred kingship. The blacksmith artisans used this bellows to produce air in preparing fire to melt precious metals such as gold, brass, silver and bronze for royal ornaments.
LUBA chair is created as a symbol that represents the artisanal labour in kingship ornament.
PRODUCT FEATURES
TOPOSA chair is made of wood, metal and polished deep brass engraved with tribal scarification. The scarification involves the use of both industrial and manual welding techniques and science to embody the tribal scars. The chair directly mimics the warrior shield of the TOPOSA people for its backrest, accompanied by an upholstered seat.
COUNTRY OF REFERENCE
DR Congo 🇨🇩, Congo 🇨🇬
DIMENSIONS
W 43 CM | D 48 CM | H 90 CM
W 16.9 IN | D 18.9 IN | H 35.4 IN
ART AND TECHNIQUES
*Metal work, wood work, welding, upholstery.
MATERIAL AND FINISHES
*Wood, metal, Polished brass, foam, fabric.
CUSTOMIZATION
Custom size, brass tone/colour as well as the colour of fabric available with an upcharge. Tribal scarification remains the same.
CLEAN AND CARE
Dry cloth metal cleaner.
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