Luba Spiritual Fertility Image," Congo (DRC), First Half 20th Century
Carved wood with deep patina, cracks and traces of age. The woman with child symbolizes motherhood and fertility. Geometric incisions refer to the cosmic order and connection to ancestors, giving the sculpture a strong spiritual charge.
Provenance: Private Collection
Shows signs of age
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsBrownMaterialWoodNumber of items1OrientationLandscapeArt sizeSmallHeight12 cmWidth44 cmSigns of usageCrack