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The Zande statues, originating from the Congo, play a crucial role in the ritual practices of the Zande culture, an ethnic group in Central Africa. These statues are often used in religious and ritual ceremonies aimed at establishing and maintaining harmony between spirits, ancestors, and the community.
The Zande believe in a close spiritual connection with their ancestors and supernatural forces. The statues serve as mediums through which priests and community members can communicate with spirits. These interactions often seek guidance, blessings, or appeasement of spirits in times of conflict.
Fertility and passage ceremonies: Zande statues are also used in ceremonies related to fertility and rites of passage, such as weddings, births, and initiations. They symbolize the blessing of ancestors on these significant moments in an individual's or community's life.
Provenance: former private collection from Germany| Object: | Figure |
| Ethnic group: | Zande |
| Country: | DR Congo |
| Material: | Wood |
| Period: | Mid 20th century |
| Sold with stand: | No |
| Dimensions: | 33x11x9 cm |
| Weight: | 700 gram |
| Condition: | Good condition, used with some signs of wear |
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