Stool - Bozo - Mali (No reserve price)

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Description from the seller

In African art, the Bozos are known for their pieces in bright colors.
This decorative stool is no exception.
Its seat is decorated with geometric motifs, resting on a caryatid base that represents the calao bird and the turtle, emblematic mythic figures.
The Bozos are a people who to this day remain semi-nomadic, moving their dwellings according to the seasons and the water level, upstream or downstream of the river for some families. They often live on temporary islands created by the reeds, or even create them partly by draining the banks of a islet. Forced to settle during the reign of Cheikhou Amadou (1810-1844), they remain nomadic and return to their thatched huts for a few months of fishing after the rainy season.

Seller's Story

Tribal Collection – African Art Gallery is a space dedicated to discovering and celebrating both traditional and contemporary African art. The gallery features a curated selection of sculptures, masks, ritual objects, and artworks from various African cultures and ethnic groups, reflecting the richness and diversity of artistic expression across the continent. Each piece is selected for its aesthetic quality, authenticity, and history, offering collectors, enthusiasts, and curious visitors an immersion into the symbolic and spiritual world of African art. Bridging tradition and modernity, Tribal Collection highlights ancient works full of meaning while also fostering a dialogue with the contemporary creations of today’s African artists. More than just a gallery, Tribal Collection is a cultural bridge where art becomes a medium of transmission, emotion, and universal dialogue.
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In African art, the Bozos are known for their pieces in bright colors.
This decorative stool is no exception.
Its seat is decorated with geometric motifs, resting on a caryatid base that represents the calao bird and the turtle, emblematic mythic figures.
The Bozos are a people who to this day remain semi-nomadic, moving their dwellings according to the seasons and the water level, upstream or downstream of the river for some families. They often live on temporary islands created by the reeds, or even create them partly by draining the banks of a islet. Forced to settle during the reign of Cheikhou Amadou (1810-1844), they remain nomadic and return to their thatched huts for a few months of fishing after the rainy season.

Seller's Story

Tribal Collection – African Art Gallery is a space dedicated to discovering and celebrating both traditional and contemporary African art. The gallery features a curated selection of sculptures, masks, ritual objects, and artworks from various African cultures and ethnic groups, reflecting the richness and diversity of artistic expression across the continent. Each piece is selected for its aesthetic quality, authenticity, and history, offering collectors, enthusiasts, and curious visitors an immersion into the symbolic and spiritual world of African art. Bridging tradition and modernity, Tribal Collection highlights ancient works full of meaning while also fostering a dialogue with the contemporary creations of today’s African artists. More than just a gallery, Tribal Collection is a cultural bridge where art becomes a medium of transmission, emotion, and universal dialogue.
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Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Bozo
Country of Origin
Mali
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Stool
Height
41 cm
Width
27 cm
FranceVerified
1112
Objects sold
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