Poisson - Bozo - Mali (No reserve price)

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Poisson, a Bozo wood sculpture from Mali dating to the late 20th century, measures 50 cm high by 17 cm wide and comes from a private collection, in good condition.

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According to legend the Bozo, a fishing people of Mali, are the descendants of Faaro, the water spirit and creator of the world. The emergence of Bozo masks and puppets celebrates this origin myth, their relationship with land and aquatic animals. Accompanied by songs and drums, the masked dance alternates with that of the sogow, large masks that represent animals sometimes mythical, sometimes real.

According to legend the Bozo, a fishing people of Mali, are the descendants of Faaro, the water spirit and creator of the world. The emergence of Bozo masks and puppets celebrates this origin myth, their relationship with land and aquatic animals. Accompanied by songs and drums, the masked dance alternates with that of the sogow, large masks that represent animals sometimes mythical, sometimes real.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Bozo
Country of Origin
Mali
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Poisson
Height
50 cm
Width
17 cm
Provenance
Private collection
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