Medicinal box - Bobo - Burkina Faso






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Bronze medicine box by the Bobo people from Burkina Faso, dating to the late 20th century, measuring 18 cm high, 17 cm wide and 17 cm deep, in good condition.
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Bronze medicinal box - Bobo – Burkina Faso
This bronze box is inspired by the art of the Bobo people, primarily found in the western part of Burkina Faso. Recognized for the richness of their artistic and craft traditions, the Bobo develop creations where technical mastery, attention to detail, and aesthetic pursuit come together. Utility and decorative objects occupy an important place in their cultural heritage and testify to a know-how passed down from generation to generation.
Made in bronze, this box features a harmonious structure and finely worked details that highlight the quality of its craftsmanship. Its balanced shape and delicate ornaments give it a remarkable visual presence. Initially designed to contain various preparations or precious substances, it today constitutes an expressive decorative piece that illustrates the richness of Bobo craftsmanship. Both functional and aesthetic, this work integrates naturally into an art collection or into an interior that favors a contemporary aesthetic.
Bronze medicinal box - Bobo – Burkina Faso
This bronze box is inspired by the art of the Bobo people, primarily found in the western part of Burkina Faso. Recognized for the richness of their artistic and craft traditions, the Bobo develop creations where technical mastery, attention to detail, and aesthetic pursuit come together. Utility and decorative objects occupy an important place in their cultural heritage and testify to a know-how passed down from generation to generation.
Made in bronze, this box features a harmonious structure and finely worked details that highlight the quality of its craftsmanship. Its balanced shape and delicate ornaments give it a remarkable visual presence. Initially designed to contain various preparations or precious substances, it today constitutes an expressive decorative piece that illustrates the richness of Bobo craftsmanship. Both functional and aesthetic, this work integrates naturally into an art collection or into an interior that favors a contemporary aesthetic.
