Statue(s) (1) - Wood - Congo DRC - 1st half 20th century
BEMBA fetish statuette Statuette of a female ancestor, used as a fetish (see the charge in the head) , i. e. invoked as a protector of fertility. The cup in its hands is used symbolically for offerings. Beautiful austere expression. Heavy wood with a natural patina. Provenance : Private Belgian collection Certification on request Shipping : Insured, tracked and traced Pick up possible at our gallery in Brussels (Sablon)
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BEMBA fetish statuette Statuette of a female ancestor, used as a fetish (see the charge in the head) , i. e. invoked as a protector of fertility. The cup in its hands is used symbolically for offerings. Beautiful austere expression. Heavy wood with a natural patina. Provenance : Private Belgian collection Certification on request Shipping : Insured, tracked and traced Pick up possible at our gallery in Brussels (Sablon)
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