Maternity statuette - Bakongo - DR Congo (No reserve price)

The Bakongo maternity statues, originating from the Kongo peoples of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Angola and the Republic of the Congo, embody a powerful symbol of fertility, protection and family continuity. Carved in dense wood, these figurines typically depict a seated or standing woman, carrying a child on her back or in her arms. Their stylized features, marked by serene faces, almond-shaped eyes, and harmonious bodies, reflect the ideal of motherhood and wisdom.

These statues, often used in ritual or domestic contexts, symbolize the blessing of ancestors and the protection of families. They play a key role in ceremonies related to birth, initiation or healing, embodying the benevolent presence of feminine spirits. Placed on altars or passed down from generation to generation, they reinforce family ties and the transmission of cultural values.

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