Beautiful serene Hemba figure from DR Congo. 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. Nice old aged patina
Provenance: private collection from the Netherlands
Object: |
Ancestor Figure |
Ethnic group: |
Hemba |
Country: |
DR Congo |
Material: |
Wood |
Period: |
Mid 20th century |
Sold with stand: |
No |
Dimensions: |
33x12x10 cm |
Weight: |
900 gram |
Condition: |
Good condition, used with sclear signs of wear |