Statuette - Baule - Côte d'Ivoire

Statuette, Baoulé culture, Côte d'Ivoire. Height 20 cm

Strange and captivating Baoulé statuette from Côte d'Ivoire. There is a presence in this work. It calls upon the powerful spirits of the African bush. The style is raw and archaic. This gives it a unique presence and power. The statuette seems anchored to the ground with its compact body. The profile is dynamic. The patina is old, with traces of dried blood. The wood is oxidized. A beautiful old and authentic collector's piece. Circa 1950.