Statue - Tabwa - DR Congo

Elegant Tabwa figure from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, characterized by remarkable stylization and striking formal modernity. The elongated body, slender arms falling along the chest, and straight legs give the overall figure a refined silhouette, almost minimalist. The face with half-closed eyes expresses calm and interiority, while the geometric scarifications recall clan identity and Tabwa aesthetic traditions. This sculpture, of great plastic sobriety, already evokes, through its taut lines and balance, the explorations of modern art in the 20th century.

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Based in Belgium, our expert house of valuation and sale specializes in African and ethnographic art.
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We regularly assist with liquidations, successions, and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent, and accessible, with sales often offered without a reserve price.

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