Figure - Chi Wara - Bambara - Mali

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A large Mali Chi Wara Bambara wooden sculpture, 62 cm high, 24 cm deep, 7 cm wide, carved in Bois, dating to 1930–1940, in good condition with some signs of age, provenance Belgian private collection, sold with certificate of authenticity, with no stand.

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Very beautiful large Chi Wara Bambara carved in wood
Provenance: Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Very beautiful large Chi Wara Bambara carved in wood
Provenance: Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Mali
Material
Wood
Ethnic group/culture
Bambara
Indigenous object name
Chi Wara
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
62 cm
Width
7 cm
Depth
24 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
BelgiumVerified
8486
Objects sold
98.64%
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