Julien Gauthier

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Northern Togo
Losso culture
Statuette
Wood
H. 28 cm

A beautiful and intriguing statuette from northern Togo. This is an atypical work with a great deal of personality. The figure seems to be illuminated, its mouth slightly open. Its gaze is immersed in the invisible worlds of the spirits. The body is taut, balanced, and firmly grounded. The whole piece is dynamic and well composed. The forms are bold and inventive. The sculptor was fully committed and at the height of his art when he created this work. The wood is oxidized, as are the remnants of offerings covering it; this is an old object that has seen life. The feet are missing. Cracks and damage. Sold as is; see photos. A beautiful, authentic antique collector's piece. Circa 1950.

Nord du Togo
Culture Losso 
Statuette 
Bois
H.28cm

Belle et intrigante statuette du nord du Togo. C'est une oeuvre atypique avec beaucoup de personnalité. Le personnage semble illuminé, la bouche entrouverte. Son regard est plongé dans les mondes invisibles des esprits. Le corps est tendu, équilibré, ancré au sol. L'ensemble est dynamique et bien composé. Les volumes sont audacieux et inventif. Le sculpteur était investit, au sommet de son art lorsqu'il réalisa cette oeuvre. Le bois est oxydé tout comme les restes d'offrandes le recouvrant, c'est un objet ancien qui a vécu. Les pieds sont manquant. Fentes et accidents. Vendu en l'état, voir photos. Une belle pièce de collection ancienne et authentique. Circa 1950.











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