Hemba Ancestor AAA862 sculpture

A Hemba figure associated with spiritual power

This iconic 20th-century sculpture comes from the Hemba tribe in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It depicts an ancestor imbued with nobility and symbolises spiritual power. During significant ceremonies, this type of figure helped strengthen the family lineage. Versmissen presents this piece as a testament to the artistic and spiritual heritage of Hemba culture.

The figure is carved in a classic pose, with its hands placed on the navel and its eyes half-closed. Regarded as a spiritual vessel, it facilitated the connection between the world of the dead and that of the living. The natural wood and beige shade complement the understated silhouette. Measuring 15 x 11,5 x 55 cm, the AAA862 sculpture combines a slender form with gestures whose meaning is deeply rooted in its cultural context.

Features of the Hemba AAA862 sculpture

• Reference: AAA862
• Origin: Hemba tribe, DR Congo
• Material: wood
• Dimensions: 15 x 11,5 x 55 cm
• Pose: hands on the navel and eyes half-closed