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Khosi Yaka Cult Statue - DR Congo  (No Reserve Price)
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Khosi Yaka Cult Statue - DR Congo (No Reserve Price)

La statue cultuelle "Khosi Yaka" est un exemple d'art primitif provenant de la République démocratique du Congo (RDC), anciennement connue sous le nom de Congo belge. "Khosi Yaka" est un terme de la langue kongo, qui signifie littéralement "ma force". Cette statue est généralement taillée dans du bois et elle est utilisée à des fins rituelles et religieuses par divers groupes ethniques de la région. L'art primitif, également connu sous le nom d'art tribal ou d'art traditionnel, se réfère aux œuvres d'art produites par des cultures traditionnelles, souvent dans des sociétés préindustrielles. Ces œuvres sont souvent liées à des croyances religieuses, à des pratiques rituelles, à des symboles de statut social ou à des expressions culturelles. Elles sont généralement créées avec des matériaux locaux tels que le bois, l'ivoire, le métal, les fibres végétales ou les pigments naturels. La statue "Khosi Yaka" peut représenter diverses significations selon les croyances et les pratiques spécifiques de chaque groupe ethnique. Elle peut incarner des divinités, des ancêtres vénérés, des esprits de la nature ou des symboles de fertilité. Les sculptures traditionnelles congolaises se caractérisent souvent par des formes stylisées et abstraites, mettant l'accent sur l'expression spirituelle plutôt que sur la représentation réaliste. Vendu avec support sur mesure Nos garanties : - Envoi du colis 24h après réception du payement (sauf week-end) - Communication d'un numéro de suivi du colis - Colis soigné

No. 94747449

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Khosi Yaka Cult Statue - DR Congo  (No Reserve Price)

Khosi Yaka Cult Statue - DR Congo (No Reserve Price)

The "Khosi Yaka" cult statue is an example of primitive art from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), formerly known as the Belgian Congo. "Khosi Yaka" is a Kongo term that literally means "my strength." This statue is usually carved from wood and is used for ritual and religious purposes by various ethnic groups in the region.

Primitive art, also known as tribal art or traditional art, refers to artwork produced by traditional cultures, often in pre-industrial societies. These works are often linked to religious beliefs, ritual practices, status symbols, or cultural expressions. They are typically created with local materials such as wood, ivory, metal, plant fibers, or natural pigments.

The Khosi Yaka statue can represent various meanings depending on the specific beliefs and practices of each ethnic group. It can embody deities, revered ancestors, nature spirits, or fertility symbols. Traditional Congolese sculptures are often characterized by stylized and abstract forms, emphasizing spiritual expression rather than realistic representation.

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