[Untitled]
Item
Accession Number
2024.15.
Subject
Figure|Ritual|Central Africa
Country
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Date
Early 20th Century
Medium
patinated wood, oil
Format
H x W x D: 15 in x 3 1/4 in x 5 3/4 in (38.1 cm x 8.255 cm x 14.605 cm)
Description
carved wooden sculpture of a seated female figure accompanied by three child figures. One child rests in the lap of the mother, while two cling to her back. The surface of the wood has been painted to deepen the color. The head of the seated female figure is proportionately large, depicting scarification patterns on her forehead and temples. A stylized, intricate coiffure atop the figures head creates a rounded arch. The small child figures are less detailed, with simplified facial features.
Type
Maternity Figure
Conforms To
Bende, Lulua