This lovely Holy Family is carved out of wenge wood (millettia laurentii). This wood which is native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo is very dark in color with a distinctive and strong pattern. The flowing lines of this piece are enhanced by the linear lines of the wood.
Name: Congolese Holy Family
Artist: Unknown
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Material: Wood
Number of Pieces: 1
Jesus, Mary, Joseph
Acquired: 2012
Artist: Unknown
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Material: Wood
Number of Pieces: 1
Jesus, Mary, Joseph
Acquired: 2012