Ancestor Figure – Wood, Glass – Yombe – Congo

Unique Yombe ancestor figure from DR Congo. Powerfull and large figure. The ancestor figure has a great patina of use. The eyes and top of the head are made from glass.
The 300,000 YOMBE people are artistically prolific.
This superb example of Kongo sculpture shows the emphasis given to the head and detailed body.
Good condition with traces of tribal use and a beautiful aged patina.

Provenance: former private collection from Germany.