Baule figure - Côte d'Ivoire

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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

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Baule wooden figure from Ivory Coast dating to the late 19th century, 40 cm high, 10 cm wide and 10 cm deep, with a long neck and scarification, a crescent moon motif on the forehead showing Guro influence, burnished patina with blackened areas, surface wear and a waxed finish, sold with a stand and a custom base, provenance Private CA collection; ex. old American estate.

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Spirit figure of fleshy style standing with short thick legs having angular calves, pointed buttocks, arms are held slightly away from sides, neck is long with scarification, and a Guro influence appears in the crescent moon on the forehead. Hairline crack on side of chest and back, surface wear, waxed surface. Burnished brown patina with blackened areas. Custom base. The 'spirit spouse' is a physical embodiment of an 'otherworld spouse' which the Baule believe all adults have.

Private CA collection; e.g., old American estate.

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Experts in Ancient African Art
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Spirit figure of fleshy style standing with short thick legs having angular calves, pointed buttocks, arms are held slightly away from sides, neck is long with scarification, and a Guro influence appears in the crescent moon on the forehead. Hairline crack on side of chest and back, surface wear, waxed surface. Burnished brown patina with blackened areas. Custom base. The 'spirit spouse' is a physical embodiment of an 'otherworld spouse' which the Baule believe all adults have.

Private CA collection; e.g., old American estate.

Seller's Story

Experts in Ancient African Art
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Details

No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Côte d'Ivoire
Period
Late 19th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Baule figure
Height
40 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
10 cm
SpainVerified
271
Objects sold
100%
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