Male Figure 1900 - 1925

This pair of Yombe figures, dating from 1900-1925, are a striking example of African sculpture. The figures, a male and a female, are carved from wood and painted in white and black, with details in red. The stylized features and simplified forms are characteristic of the Yombe style. The male figure stands with his hands holding his exaggerated phallus, while the female figure sits with her breasts prominently displayed. These figures, likely created for ritual purposes, are a testament to the skill and artistry of Yombe sculptors.