58 cm high Hemba people of the Democratic Republic of Congo, known for their ancestor figures. These statues, sometimes mistakenly attributed to the Luba, represent chiefs or ancestors and serve as a connection to guardian spirits. Key characteristics: Material: Wood. Culture: Hemba, influenced by Luba art. Purpose: Represent ancestors, chiefs, and connect with spirits. Symbolism: May honor the maternal line. Style: Elongated proportions, detailed facial features, and scarification. Meaning: Represents power, authority, beauty, and memory. Use: Placed in shrines and used for veneration and offerings. Motifs: Often depict figures with hands on their breasts, symbolizing respect and nurturing.
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An Authentic Mumuye Statue Nigeria.
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Fatta in carapace.
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The Aksum Empire collection held by the collector exemplifies the glory of the Aksum Empire, the former imperial capital at Aksum, Ethiopia, which contains some of the best-preserved examples of Aksumite-style architecture, including stelae from the third and fourth centuries, and obelisks, royal tombs, and palaces dating from the 4th through to sixth and seventh centuries. The figure is 9 cm in height by 7.5 cm in width with projecting nose and large eyes which are leitmotifs of Axumite Empire sculptures.
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The leather strapping between the legs is in complete condition. weight 390g.
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African 100% hand made hemp clothes Material : High quality hemp Color : Natural beige and black Quantity: 2 pieces Conditions: New Measurements : One piece / 43 inches x 15 inches One piece / 35 inches x 15.5 inches Feature : Amazingly detail arts, each piece is one of kind in the world! They made by African artist ( Kenya), perfect classy decoration for wall, frame, or table clothes even pillows, all stitches and woven are individually made by hands, I purchased them directly from Kenya folk museum. Very unique and precious pieces. We have more various colors, sizes and patterns. Please take a look for other artistic Kuba materials ❤️🙏
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Brussels 2 September 2021 Lempertz Sale 1167. Brussels 1 February 2023 Lempertz Sale 1216. Brussels 10 May 2023 Lempertz Sale 1218. Brussels 32 january 2024 Lempertz Sale 1241. 1 Tribal Art 9 April 2005.
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