Chokwe statue - Chokwe - Angola

Origin. Angola
Name of the tribe. Chokwe
Material. Wood
Dimension. 70 cm
Mode of shipping. Colissimo within 24-48h; open

Decorative statue in Chokwe style (originating mainly from the present-day Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo).

It is an anthropomorphic figure, probably a chief or an ancestor, adopting a kneeling posture, which is common in Chokwe sculpture to express respect or devotion.

Hair and attributes: The figure wears an elaborate hairstyle, often associated with insignia of power or the traditional high-status hairstyles among the Chokwe. The ears are adorned with circular elements characteristic of the style.

Face: The face bears the typical features of the Chokwe style: a prominent forehead, almond-shaped eyes, a broad nose, and a well-defined mouth, often topped with a finely carved beard.

Gesture: The figure holds in front of her, with large hands bearing marked fingers, a small character or symbolic object, a gesture that may represent motherhood, protection, or ancestral lineage.