Lwalwa figure
The Lwawa, an art of genius and forms
This African Lwalwa statuette has characteristics, features and morphology that we can associate with this population. Lwalwa statues are not very common. These objects are involved in important rituals related to initiation societies and are directly related to the circumcision of children coming of age.
02075
Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- Mid XXth century
- Size
- 12 cm
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Wood
- Country
- Stand
- Included
- Condition
- Excellent
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The Lwawa, an art of genius and forms
This African Lwalwa statuette has characteristics, features and morphology that we can associate with this population. Lwalwa statues are not very common. These objects are involved in important rituals related to initiation societies and are directly related to the circumcision of children coming of age.