Standing male figure ·  D. R. Congo, Bwaka · ID: 3035102

Description

light wood, reddish brown patina, two metal rings, eyes with white glass bead inlay, crest on the parting and nose ridge with notches, dam. (nose, mouth), minor missing parts (at the back of the neck), strong abrasion of paint, metal plate;
most of Bwaka sculptures are depictions of “seto” and “nabo”, the earliest ancestor couple. A pair of figures representing these personages is found almost in every home as well as in many ceremonial areas.They vary in size from personal charms to almost life-sized figures.They are placed on an altar each day and offerings are made to avoid misfortune.