Phemba maternity statue - Bakongo - DR Congo
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Bakongo maternal figure statue titled Statue de maternité Phemba from the Bakongo culture, originating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, from a private collection, dating to the mid-20th century, original piece, 22 cm high, 1 cm deep, 1 cm wide, and weighing 1 g, in good condition.
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Mother-and-child sculpture from the Bakongo culture. The body is slightly leaning forward, the child tied to the mother's back. Serene posture. The back is nicely carved, as well as the prominent chest. The kind of piece highly valued by collectors who enjoy voluptuous feminine representations.
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Mother-and-child sculpture from the Bakongo culture. The body is slightly leaning forward, the child tied to the mother's back. Serene posture. The back is nicely carved, as well as the prominent chest. The kind of piece highly valued by collectors who enjoy voluptuous feminine representations.
Presentation of our expertise house
Based in Belgium, our expertise and sales house specializes in African and ethnographic art. A leading seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with an almost 100% satisfaction rate.
We regularly assist with liquidations, successions, and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with private individuals and families in Belgium and in neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent, and accessible, with many sales often offered without reserve.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
Shipping guaranteed within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance, and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for additional information.
Details
Indigenous object name
Phemba maternity statue
Ethnic group/ culture
Bakongo
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
22 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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