Hemba Ancestor AAA861 sculpture

A female Hemba figure with symbolic gestures

Originating from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, this 20th-century sculpture depicts a female ancestral figure from the Hemba tribe. It embodies the nobility of the ancestors and helped strengthen the family lineage during important ceremonies. Considered a spiritual vessel, it facilitated the connection between the worlds of the dead and the living. Versmissen presents this piece under the reference AAA861.

The figure adopts a distinctive pose, with hands resting on the chest and half-closed eyes. Scarifications adorn the abdomen and add an artistic dimension to the sculpture. Crafted from natural wood in beige tones, it measures 18,5 x 18 x 43 cm. Its posture, body decoration and documented ceremonial role provide a better understanding of the place of ancestral figures within Hemba culture.

Details of the Hemba AAA861 sculpture

• Female ancestral figure
• Origin: Hemba tribe, DR Congo
• Material: wood
• Dimensions: 18,5 x 18 x 43 cm
• Scarification marks on the abdomen