Tabwa Maternity Statue | Hand-Carved Wood Mother Child | Congo Tribal Fertility Art

Authentic hand-carved Tabwa maternity statue from Congo — a striking piece of African art for grounding office desks and protective entryway shelf displays. This Tabwa mother and child statue honors maternal lineages, fertility, and the continuation of ancestral family lines, crafted by skilled artisans using techniques passed down through generations. The Tabwa people of the Lake Tanganyika region are celebrated globally for their highly refined woodcarvings and elaborate geometric scarification patterns. This beautiful 18-inch hardwood masterpiece depicts a revered mother figure carrying a child, demonstrating a posture of protection and nurturing strength. The figure is carved with a heavy, stable base from a solid piece of dense grain timber, finished with a warm, brown-stained weathered patina that accentuates the intricate, hand-tooled body scarification cuts across her skin.

Country of Origin

• Hand crafted in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Tabwa Tribe)

Dimensions

• 18 x 9 x 8 inches

Materials

• Hand-carved Wood

Display & Care

• Shelf or table display — ideal as a centrepiece, bookshelf accent, or mantle statement piece. Suitable for indoor display.

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