Sculpture Comb Hemba AAA501

This Hemba penalty, unique in its kind and native to the Democratic Republic of Congo, embodies African tribal art with its dimensions of 6.5x11.5x28.5 cm. Made entirely of naturally colored wood, it testifies to the influence of the neighboring Luba empire on Hemba culture, religion and art. The recurrence of the feminine motif underlines the major political role of women in the kingdom, thus illustrating the artistic transformation of everyday objects into meaningful supports.