This wooden sculpture is a traditional Ndop statue from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, specifically attributed to the culture of the Kuba (or related groups such as the Ndengese or Shoowa tribe). Origin and function: The hand-carved statue originates from the Kasai region in Central Africa. This type of tribal art traditionally serves as a symbolic and visual representation of a king or a prominent person within the community. Features: It depicts a 37.5 cm tall stylized human figure with refined facial features, a characteristic geometric headdress, and decorative body ornaments or belts. Material: It is made of solid tropical hardwood with a warm, polishable patina indicating artisanal woodcarving.
Specifications
ConditionGoodColorsBrownMaterialWoodNumber of items1Height38 cmWidth10 cmDepth11 cmSigns of usageScratches, Chipped