Standing figure "mbem" · R. D. Congo, Yanzi · ID: 3033518
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Didier Claes, Brussels, BelgiumDescription
wood, matt patina, remains of pigments, charged with magical mass at the abdomen, parallel cheek scarifications, min. dam., fissures, slight traces of abrasion, on base;
it is difficult to define a consistent Yanzi style, because a lot of objects were bought from surrounding ethnies or pervading traders. Here we see a striking similarity to the facial design of the Teke. Present figur possibly a type called “mbem”. These figures fulfill specific duties: protecting against illness, assuring fertility, searching for thieves etc.