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Sanza Tabwa - Sculpture - Kankobele - Tabwa

Sanza Tabwa - Sculpture - Kankobele - Tabwa

Anthropomorphic Sanza Kankobele of the Tabwa from the southeast of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the western shores of Lake Tanganyika. This five-lamella lamellophone, made from dense monoxyl wood, is topped by a human head with a long neck. The table flares out in a skirt-like shape. Gripping traces on the lower edge of the table. Beautiful dark patina with red hues. Dense wood, iron. 20 x 11.5 x 3 cm. Sold with its base. Shipping to France and the EU only.

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