Figure - Baule - Côte d’Ivoire
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Baoulé wooden fly-whisk sculpture from Côte d’Ivoire, provenance Belgian private collection, dating to 1930–1940, 36 cm high and 3 cm deep, one object in good condition with light wear and age-related stains, sold without stand, certificate of authenticity included.
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Very beautiful Baule wooden fly-whisk, carved.
Provenance: Private Belgian 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.
Translated by Google TranslateVery beautiful Baule wooden fly-whisk, carved.
Provenance: Private Belgian 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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Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Côte d’Ivoire
Material
Leather, Wood
Ethnic group/culture
Baule
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
36 cm
Width
3 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
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