Hemba Ancestor AAA862 sculpture

This iconic figure of a Hemba ancestor, dating from the 20th century and native to DR Congo, has a classical pose with his hands placed on the umbilicus and his eyes ajar. Responsible for the ancestral nobility, it symbolizes spiritual power, strengthening the family lineage during significant ceremonies. As a spiritual container, it facilitates the connection between the worlds of the dead and the living. Carved from natural wood, this unique piece of 15x11.5x55 cm embodies the profound artistic and spiritual heritage of the Hemba tribe, testifying to their cultural origin in DR