Ancestor figure – Wood – Hemba – DR Congo

Description

Large serene Hemba figure from DR Congo. Total height 58 cm and 6500 gram. Usually representing spirits or ancestors , these figures, male or female, exhibit a timeless, serene quality important to the Hemba people.
Good condition with traces of wear and tear.

The stylish figure has a clear powerful appearance holding a typical scepter in his hands.

Provenance: private collection from Germany.

Object:

Ancestor Figure

Ethnic group:

Hemba

Country:

DR Congo

Material:

Wood

Period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

58x26x25 cm

Weight:

6500 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with sclear signs of wear

Reserve: $250.00

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Ancestor figure – Wood – Hemba – DR Congo

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