{"product_id":"luba-caryatid-offering-bowl-beaded-metal-candle-holder-congo-ceremonial-art","title":"Luba Caryatid Offering Bowl | Beaded Metal Candle Holder | Congo Ceremonial Art","description":"\u003cp\u003eAuthentic hand-carved Luba caryatid offering bowl from Congo — a striking piece of African art for sophisticated interior styling and candle display. This Luba caryatid statue honors the sacred role of women as keepers of royal secrets and spirit vessels, crafted by skilled artisans using techniques passed down through generations. In Luba culture, caryatid figures (supporting structures shaped as women) represent more than just physical support; they symbolize the spiritual foundation of the kingdom. The female ancestor is depicted holding an offering bowl—historically used to hold sacred white chalk (mpemba) for blessings, and here reimagined with a metal tray base perfect for candles. The figure features a stylized metal silhouette adorned with intricate, hand-stitched blue glass beadwork mimicking traditional prestige garments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand crafted in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Luba Tribe)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e39 x 9 x 8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed Media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForged Metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlass Seed Beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDisplay \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunctional and decorative — can be used as intended or placed as a home accent. Wipe clean with a damp cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcessing: 1–2 business days — carefully inspected and securely packaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorldwide delivery: 10–14 business days after shipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking number sent to your email once dispatched\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustoms and import duties are the responsibility of the buyer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuestions? \u003ca href=\"mailto:info.kivuhome@gmail.com\"\u003einfo.kivuhome@gmail.com\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/ki\/collections\/all\"\u003eView All Items\u003c\/a\u003e  |  \u003ca href=\"\/ki\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kivu Home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48805392777435,"sku":null,"price":221.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/1951\/3051\/files\/il_fullxfull.8036972376_4aez.jpg?v=1779700242","url":"https:\/\/kivuhome.com\/ki\/products\/luba-caryatid-offering-bowl-beaded-metal-candle-holder-congo-ceremonial-art","provider":"kivuhome","version":"1.0","type":"link"}