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MATERNITY - Wooden sculpture with beads and shells, representing a standing female figure on a circular base, with elongated breasts, holding a small object in her left hand and a child leaning on her right leg. Face with angular features with linear scarifications, open mouth and conical hairstyle with a geometric frieze; polychrome bead necklace and bracelets. Surface with polished patina and wear on prominent points. The composition and facial motifs may refer to Central African traditions, possibly related to the Chokwe/Lunda universe.