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Original Title
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title unknown
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Devised Title
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Luba Woman
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Date
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unknown
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Description
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The sculpture created by an unknown artist is a Luba sculpture from the Democratic Republic of Congo of a pregnant woman holding her stomach. The Luba are a matriarchal society and often create art centered around women placing emphasis on their importance in their society.
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Additional Subject
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African art
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Black art
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Sculpture
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Type
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Sculpture
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Medium
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Wood
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Additional Techniques
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Carving
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Measurements
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2 1/2 in x 10 in x 2 1/2 in
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Format
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JPEG
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HBCU Identifier
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pc156
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HCAC Identifier
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HCAC.TSU.0038
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Contributing Institution
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Texas Southern University
