Sculpture Luba AAA1194

A standing Luba figure with an elaborate headdress

This Luba sculpture comes from the Democratic Republic of the Congo and dates from the mid-20th century. Made of wood, it depicts a standing human figure with hands crossed over the abdomen. Versmissen presents it under reference AAA1194. Its brown color and vertical silhouette are complemented by an elaborate hairstyle or hat that rises high above the figure.

The position of the hands over the abdomen is described as a symbol of the desire for a safe childbirth. The particularly elaborate headdress may indicate a specific status or importance within the Luba cultural context. With dimensions of 17 x 15 x 60 cm, the sculpture features an elongated composition structured around the frontal posture, the gesture of the arms, and the height of the headdress.

Details of Luba sculpture AAA1194

• Human figure depicted standing
• Hands crossed over the abdomen
• Elaborate hairstyle or hat
• Dimensions: 17 x 15 x 60 cm
• Material: brown wood