Janus Hemba Figure
€360.00
Janus Hemba statues are distinctive artistic works created by the Hemba people of Central Africa.
What makes these statues particularly fascinating is their double-faced shape, characteristic of the mythological figure Janus, with one face facing forward and another facing backward. These statues are of notable rarity on the art market due to their ritual significance and cultural importance.
They are often associated with religious and social practices within the Hemba community. The rarity of these statues is also reinforced by the fact that they were primarily intended for ritual use and not for sale on the art market.
Used in the context of ancestral worship, Janus Hemba statues were generally placed in shrines and used in ritual ceremonies aimed at honoring the ancestors and ensuring the prosperity of the community.
These artistic objects therefore have deep spiritual significance and are often passed down from generation to generation.
Due to their rarity and cultural value, Janus Hemba statues are highly prized by collectors and lovers of African art. They represent not only a beautiful artistic expression, but also a palpable connection to the history and spirituality of the Hemba people.
This piece comes from the Soubry family collection (Walhain Saint Paul - Knokke, Belgium) to which we have dedicated a blog article.
Shipping fees
02400
Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- Mid XXth century
- Size
- 22 cm
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Wood
- Country
- Origin
- Soubry family collection, BE
- Stand
- Included
- Condition
- Excellent
Janus Hemba statues are distinctive artistic works created by the Hemba people of Central Africa.
What makes these statues particularly fascinating is their double-faced shape, characteristic of the mythological figure Janus, with one face facing forward and another facing backward. These statues are of notable rarity on the art market due to their ritual significance and cultural importance.
They are often associated with religious and social practices within the Hemba community. The rarity of these statues is also reinforced by the fact that they were primarily intended for ritual use and not for sale on the art market.
Used in the context of ancestral worship, Janus Hemba statues were generally placed in shrines and used in ritual ceremonies aimed at honoring the ancestors and ensuring the prosperity of the community.
These artistic objects therefore have deep spiritual significance and are often passed down from generation to generation.
Due to their rarity and cultural value, Janus Hemba statues are highly prized by collectors and lovers of African art. They represent not only a beautiful artistic expression, but also a palpable connection to the history and spirituality of the Hemba people.
This piece comes from the Soubry family collection (Walhain Saint Paul - Knokke, Belgium) to which we have dedicated a blog article.