Ancestor Figure - Hemba - DR Congo

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Description from the seller

Large serene Hemba figure from DR Congo. Total height 58 cm and 6500 gram. Usually representing spirits or ancestors , these figures, male or female, exhibit a timeless, serene quality important to the Hemba people.
Good condition.

The stylish figure has a clear powerful appearance holding a typical scepter in his hands.

Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.


Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Large serene Hemba figure from DR Congo. Total height 58 cm and 6500 gram. Usually representing spirits or ancestors , these figures, male or female, exhibit a timeless, serene quality important to the Hemba people.
Good condition.

The stylish figure has a clear powerful appearance holding a typical scepter in his hands.

Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.


Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Hemba
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Ancestor Figure
Height
58 cm
Width
26 cm
Depth
25 cm
Weight
6500 g
Provenance
Private collection
The NetherlandsVerified
11878
Objects sold
99.44%
4850
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