This Bakongo female figure from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Angola is a graceful, hand-carved sculpture symbolizing fertility, maternal protection, and spiritual power within the Kongo cultural complex.
Rooted in the traditions of the Vili, Yombe, and Woyo subgroups, the figure reflects a long legacy of funerary and healing rituals, often honoring women as givers of life or as mourners seeking new beginnings.
Carved in a posture of respect and reflection, these figures were used to protect mothers during childbirth, commemorate lost children, or invoke spiritual healing and fertility. Fine scarification patterns and a smooth aged patina add elegance and authenticity to this Central African ritual artwork.
This is a striking piece for collectors of African tribal art, spiritual decor, or anyone who values powerful symbolism and ancestral heritage.
