Powerfull Yaka maternity figure from DR Congo. The figure is breasth feeding a little child who is sitting on her lap. Typical Yaka figure with remarkable large upturned nose.
Exhibiting a wide diversity in size, symbolism, intimacy and style. African maternity figures depict the ideals of beauty, fertility, character and action and many signify much more, whether the primordial mother or a legendary founding ancestor. Commonly used as shrine figures, they were often objects of petitions or prayers for fertility and successful births.Good condition with traces of tribal use.
Provenance: Manfred Schäfer, former gallery owner from Ulm, Germany.
Object |
Maternity figure |
Ethnic group: |
Yaka |
Country: |
DR Congo |
Material: |
Wood, Feathers |
Estimated period: |
Mid 20th century |
Sold with stand: |
No |
Dimensions: |
60x18x16 cm |
Weight: |
2500 gram |
Condition: |
Good condition, used with some signs of wear |