Ovimbundu sculpture
Object type:
statuette
Materials:
wood
Legend:
This statuette is the representation of a powerful spirit with a direct link to Ovimbundu royalty. The main activity of this supernatural being is associated with hunting. He was paid homage when the hunters hung up the remains of dead animals in front of his dwelling or altar.
Place of collecting:
Angola > Benguela
Culture:
Ovimbundu
Acquisition related person:
Royal Museums for Art and History - Brussels as exchange, Robert Verly (°1901 - †1963) as donor
Date of acquisition:
1967-12-29
Dimensions:
34,9 cm
Inventory number:
EO.1967.63.613