The Hemba are located along the Congo River. The Hemba art foams are closely linked to Luba art. Hemba sculptures are representations of ancestors. Female sculptures are rare and are associated with fertility as well as used for divination purposes. This Hemba sculpture is in perfect condition and shows perfect signs of age, it has lost its plateau (bottom part) but its upper torso remaining.
- Material-Wood
- Age-approx 55-70 yrs
- Origin: Democratic Republic Of Congo
- Condition: the sculpture has lost its plateau (bottom part) but its upper torso remaining.
- SKU: CSTA-076
- Weight: 1.7 kg
- Dimensions: 9 x 36.5 x 11 cm