Box female sculpture

The female sculpture Box, originating from the Mangbetu people of Central Africa, is a unique and fascinating piece with profound meaning. This sculpture served as a secret container with a small door at the back, concealing a cavity nestled in his abdomen. It probably represents an ancestor and was used to charge the powers of the preparations deposited there, probably related to medical practices or fertility. Measuring 22x20x50 cm and made of rope and natural wood, this work embodies both the art and spirituality of the Mangbetu culture, while testifying