Statue Yaka - Yaka Figure - Sculpture - Congo
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Description (French)
This anthropomorphic statuette is a refined example of the sculptural genius of the Yaka people, settled in the Kwango region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The work is distinguished by a remarkable refinement of sculpture, visible in the modeling of the face and the dynamic posture of the body. It features the classic aesthetic canons of Yaka culture, notably the characteristic upturned nose and almond-shaped eyes, which lend the piece an expression that is both mischievous and protective. The precision of the details and the balance of volumes make this figure a prestigious object, bearing witness to the richness of the ritual traditions related to protection and lineage within this society.
Description (English)
This anthropomorphic statuette is a refined example of the sculptural genius of the Yaka people, settled in the Kwango region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The work is distinguished by a remarkable refinement of sculpture, visible in the modeling of the face and the dynamic posture of the body. It features the classic aesthetic canons of Yaka culture, including the characteristic upturned nose and almond-shaped eyes, which lend the piece an expression that is both mischievous and protective. The precision of the details and the balance of volumes make this figure a prestigious object, bearing witness to the rich ritual traditions linked to protection and lineage within this society.
Provenance & Services
Collection : This piece is part of a private collection managed with passion and rigor for several decades.
Expédition : The item will be packed with the utmost care and shipped promptly to ensure a smooth and worry-free delivery.
Mots-clés / Keywords
African art, African art, African art, tribal art, Yaka, Figure, Statuette, Congo.
Description (French)
This anthropomorphic statuette is a refined example of the sculptural genius of the Yaka people, settled in the Kwango region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The work is distinguished by a remarkable refinement of sculpture, visible in the modeling of the face and the dynamic posture of the body. It features the classic aesthetic canons of Yaka culture, notably the characteristic upturned nose and almond-shaped eyes, which lend the piece an expression that is both mischievous and protective. The precision of the details and the balance of volumes make this figure a prestigious object, bearing witness to the richness of the ritual traditions related to protection and lineage within this society.
Description (English)
This anthropomorphic statuette is a refined example of the sculptural genius of the Yaka people, settled in the Kwango region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The work is distinguished by a remarkable refinement of sculpture, visible in the modeling of the face and the dynamic posture of the body. It features the classic aesthetic canons of Yaka culture, including the characteristic upturned nose and almond-shaped eyes, which lend the piece an expression that is both mischievous and protective. The precision of the details and the balance of volumes make this figure a prestigious object, bearing witness to the rich ritual traditions linked to protection and lineage within this society.
Provenance & Services
Collection : This piece is part of a private collection managed with passion and rigor for several decades.
Expédition : The item will be packed with the utmost care and shipped promptly to ensure a smooth and worry-free delivery.
Mots-clés / Keywords
African art, African art, African art, tribal art, Yaka, Figure, Statuette, Congo.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Congo
Material
Wood
Title of artwork
Statue Yaka - Yaka Figure
Signature
Not signed
Condition
Good condition
Height
35 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
5 cm
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