sculpture / doll - Baguirmi doll - Baguirmi - Chad

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Description from the seller

Magnificent doll from Chad

Doll in original form

Second half of the 20th century

French collection "Jean Louis VIOT"

Certificate from the Galerie des Dominicains provided

Seller's Story

The Galerie des Dominicains offers art objects from all over Africa. It mainly belongs to the private collection of Mr. Jean Louis Viot, an art enthusiast from all horizons. Lawyer, then director of a large real estate group, Restorer of listed old buildings (MALRAUX Law), then antique dealer, art dealer... he discovered the First Arts in the 1980s and since then has tried to gather a variety of eclectic objects from all African countries, including Madagascar. He shares his passion with you today by giving up a part of his collection that is so dear to him. These sculptures, figurines, fetishes, and other masks were all chosen with fervor and love, from enthusiasts like him but also from major collectors, gallery owners, or other antique dealers. Open for a few years, the Dominican Gallery offers both novices and collectors the opportunity to discover sculptures from all around the world. A certificate from the Dominican gallery will be provided to you. A fast, secure, and careful delivery will be guaranteed to you. No deliveries from August 2 to August 23, 2025.
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Magnificent doll from Chad

Doll in original form

Second half of the 20th century

French collection "Jean Louis VIOT"

Certificate from the Galerie des Dominicains provided

Seller's Story

The Galerie des Dominicains offers art objects from all over Africa. It mainly belongs to the private collection of Mr. Jean Louis Viot, an art enthusiast from all horizons. Lawyer, then director of a large real estate group, Restorer of listed old buildings (MALRAUX Law), then antique dealer, art dealer... he discovered the First Arts in the 1980s and since then has tried to gather a variety of eclectic objects from all African countries, including Madagascar. He shares his passion with you today by giving up a part of his collection that is so dear to him. These sculptures, figurines, fetishes, and other masks were all chosen with fervor and love, from enthusiasts like him but also from major collectors, gallery owners, or other antique dealers. Open for a few years, the Dominican Gallery offers both novices and collectors the opportunity to discover sculptures from all around the world. A certificate from the Dominican gallery will be provided to you. A fast, secure, and careful delivery will be guaranteed to you. No deliveries from August 2 to August 23, 2025.
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Details

Indigenous object name
Baguirmi doll
Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Baguirmi
Country of Origin
Chad
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
sculpture / doll
Height
26 cm
Width
9 cm
Weight
400 g
Provenance
Gallery / Antique dealer
Authenticity
Original/official
BelgiumVerified
2404
Objects sold
100%
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