Standing male figure ·  D. R. Congo, Bwaka · ID: 3043600

Description

wood, brown patina, remains of red and white pigment, string of red glass beads, min. dam., small missing parts (toes), cracks, base.
Bwaka sculptures are 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.

Expertise

Pierre Dartevelle, Brussels, Belgium, 10 September 2011

Publications

AHDRC: 0150618

Exhibition

Parcour des Mondes, Paris 2011