Janiform magical figure "kabeja" ·  R. D. Congo, Hemba · ID: 3037522

Description

wood, partly encrusted dark brown patina, two identical formed figures, arranged back to back, funnel-shaped superstructure for insertion of magical substances, rising from a circular base, min. dam., cracks, traces of abrasion and insect caused damage (base), plate;
“kabeja” figures represent one of the most important theme in the art of the Hemba, and one of the most redoubtable spiritual entities invoked in magic and religious practice. It is seen as visual icon of the primordial couple, founders of the society. They are owned by the clan head known as the “fumu mwela”. Among the Hemba there are secret societies called “bukazanzi” for men and “bukibilo” for the women that serve to balance the power of the clan chief.

L’objet Janiform magical figure “kabeja” avec l’ID d’objet 3037522 a fait partie de l’enchère 78th tribal art auction en 18 octobre 2014 pour la dernière fois le Zemanek-Münster Hôtel des ventes et avait le numéro de lot 429.

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Littérature comparée

Roberts, Mary Nooter, Memory, New York 1996, ill. 103