Female Maternity Statue Figure from the BACONGO tribe from D.R. Congo

Very nice statue with lots of details. A female figure in a standing position with a child on her arm. Splendid facial expression and a very nice coiffure on the back. One hand on the breast and an open mouth with teeth. Eyes are made out of glass and the statue has a beautiful age related dark patina.

These figures were used to ward off danger to mothers during delivery and to protect the health of the child. The commemorative statues known as Phemba were designed for women who had lost a child and wanted another. 

Good condition, very nice dark partina. 

Dimensions:
Height: 18.9 inch, 48 cm
Width: 6.3 inch, 16 cm
Depth: 5.5 inch, 14 cm

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