Ancestor statue / protective dignitary statue - Baule - Côte d'Ivoire
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Description from the seller
Côte d'Ivoire
Baoulé
Wood and textiles
Height: 540mm
Width: 115mm
Depth: 130mm
Among the Baoulé of Côte d'Ivoire, a female ancestor statue could serve several functions depending on the ritual context and region, but it was generally linked to ancestor worship, family protection, and the transmission of prosperity.
Some statues represented a particularly respected female ancestor: founder of the lineage, renowned mother, or an important family figure. They served as a material support to communicate with the ancestors during offerings, prayers, or requests for protection.
Protection of the lineage and fertility, the woman being associated with motherhood and the continuity of the family, the female statues could be sought for:
- to foster births;
- to protect children;
- to ensure the prosperity of the household;
- to preserve the health of descendants.
Presence of spiritual presence, the sculpture was generally not considered the spirit itself, but a place where its presence could be invoked. It could be kept in a chamber, a domestic altar, or a family sanctuary.
To recognize a female ancestor statue, the most frequent indicators are:
- standing or very dignified seated posture;
- scarifications or elaborate hairstyle;
- prominent breasts, a symbol of motherhood;
- calm and ideal expression, reflecting the moral qualities sought;
- sometimes traces of oil, kaolin, or ritual offerings.
The parcels are sent from Monday to Saturday with insurance and tracking number. Delivery between 1 to 3 days in France in Chronopost, 2 to 5 days across the European Union.
Delivery in the rest of Europe and worldwide in Colissimo international.
We speak english
Mask african art Afrikanische Maskenkunst arte de máscaras africanas arte delle maschere africane
statue african art Arte de estatuas africanas arte delle statue africane Afrikanische Maskenkunst
Máscara de estatua de galería de arte africano
Seller's Story
Passionate about World Arts and more specifically about African Art, we buy from collectors, former officials, military, health workers, public works staff who have worked in Africa and also in Côte d'Ivoire, from antique dealers and traders who roam across West Africa to find quality objects.
It is with pride that we present works that, beyond their power to beautify spaces, invite our collectors to resonate with the richness and depth of human expression through the most authentic art.
At Arts Ethniques Gallery, we have the privilege of offering our visitors an exclusive selection of artworks, all unique and original. Each piece presented is the outcome of a demanding artistic approach, driven by a singular vision and mastered craftsmanship, all elements that guarantee authenticity and value.
The works we offer are not industrial reproductions. They are individual creations, crafted with sensitivity and precision, each bearing its own story, identity and presence. Originality is the very foundation of our commitment to excellence. Thus, every mask and every statue in our collection is the subject of a rigorous selection, in order to preserve their rarity and singularity.
Acquiring a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery means owning a truly unique piece: a creation that embodies both talent, cultural memory and the expressive force of African art. It is also a lasting investment in a work whose artistic and emotional value transcends time.
We guarantee that every work leaving our gallery is an authentic piece, without replicas, bearing witness to the creativity, heritage and passion of the African artists who shaped them.
We invite you to participate in our gallery’s auctions with confidence. Each presented work is an original, unique and irreplaceable creation, selected with the greatest rigor to guarantee its authenticity and artistic value.
Whether you wish to enrich a personal collection or introduce an exceptional artwork into your space, Arts Ethniques Gallery offers a safe, transparent and professional setting to acquire remarkable pieces.
Art auctions are a privileged moment to discover rare works, capable of becoming the heart of a collection. Acquiring a work at our sales is not just buying an object: it is investing in a creation whose aesthetic value and cultural reach reinforce over time.
The pieces presented by Arts Ethniques Gallery testify not only to the talent and vision of the artists but also possess the ability to transform spaces and enrich the gaze of those who behold them.
Participating in our auctions is taking part in a singular experience, where the passion for art meets the rigors of collecting. Bidding on a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery goes beyond a simple transaction: it is a gesture of commitment and appreciation for art in its most authentic form.
We invite you to bid with passion and to join us in this adventure dedicated to discovery, transmission and celebration of art.
Perhaps your next heart piece is already waiting for you."
Translated by Google TranslateCôte d'Ivoire
Baoulé
Wood and textiles
Height: 540mm
Width: 115mm
Depth: 130mm
Among the Baoulé of Côte d'Ivoire, a female ancestor statue could serve several functions depending on the ritual context and region, but it was generally linked to ancestor worship, family protection, and the transmission of prosperity.
Some statues represented a particularly respected female ancestor: founder of the lineage, renowned mother, or an important family figure. They served as a material support to communicate with the ancestors during offerings, prayers, or requests for protection.
Protection of the lineage and fertility, the woman being associated with motherhood and the continuity of the family, the female statues could be sought for:
- to foster births;
- to protect children;
- to ensure the prosperity of the household;
- to preserve the health of descendants.
Presence of spiritual presence, the sculpture was generally not considered the spirit itself, but a place where its presence could be invoked. It could be kept in a chamber, a domestic altar, or a family sanctuary.
To recognize a female ancestor statue, the most frequent indicators are:
- standing or very dignified seated posture;
- scarifications or elaborate hairstyle;
- prominent breasts, a symbol of motherhood;
- calm and ideal expression, reflecting the moral qualities sought;
- sometimes traces of oil, kaolin, or ritual offerings.
The parcels are sent from Monday to Saturday with insurance and tracking number. Delivery between 1 to 3 days in France in Chronopost, 2 to 5 days across the European Union.
Delivery in the rest of Europe and worldwide in Colissimo international.
We speak english
Mask african art Afrikanische Maskenkunst arte de máscaras africanas arte delle maschere africane
statue african art Arte de estatuas africanas arte delle statue africane Afrikanische Maskenkunst
Máscara de estatua de galería de arte africano
Seller's Story
Passionate about World Arts and more specifically about African Art, we buy from collectors, former officials, military, health workers, public works staff who have worked in Africa and also in Côte d'Ivoire, from antique dealers and traders who roam across West Africa to find quality objects.
It is with pride that we present works that, beyond their power to beautify spaces, invite our collectors to resonate with the richness and depth of human expression through the most authentic art.
At Arts Ethniques Gallery, we have the privilege of offering our visitors an exclusive selection of artworks, all unique and original. Each piece presented is the outcome of a demanding artistic approach, driven by a singular vision and mastered craftsmanship, all elements that guarantee authenticity and value.
The works we offer are not industrial reproductions. They are individual creations, crafted with sensitivity and precision, each bearing its own story, identity and presence. Originality is the very foundation of our commitment to excellence. Thus, every mask and every statue in our collection is the subject of a rigorous selection, in order to preserve their rarity and singularity.
Acquiring a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery means owning a truly unique piece: a creation that embodies both talent, cultural memory and the expressive force of African art. It is also a lasting investment in a work whose artistic and emotional value transcends time.
We guarantee that every work leaving our gallery is an authentic piece, without replicas, bearing witness to the creativity, heritage and passion of the African artists who shaped them.
We invite you to participate in our gallery’s auctions with confidence. Each presented work is an original, unique and irreplaceable creation, selected with the greatest rigor to guarantee its authenticity and artistic value.
Whether you wish to enrich a personal collection or introduce an exceptional artwork into your space, Arts Ethniques Gallery offers a safe, transparent and professional setting to acquire remarkable pieces.
Art auctions are a privileged moment to discover rare works, capable of becoming the heart of a collection. Acquiring a work at our sales is not just buying an object: it is investing in a creation whose aesthetic value and cultural reach reinforce over time.
The pieces presented by Arts Ethniques Gallery testify not only to the talent and vision of the artists but also possess the ability to transform spaces and enrich the gaze of those who behold them.
Participating in our auctions is taking part in a singular experience, where the passion for art meets the rigors of collecting. Bidding on a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery goes beyond a simple transaction: it is a gesture of commitment and appreciation for art in its most authentic form.
We invite you to bid with passion and to join us in this adventure dedicated to discovery, transmission and celebration of art.
Perhaps your next heart piece is already waiting for you."
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Indigenous object name
Ancestor statue / protective dignitary statue
Ethnic group/ culture
Baule
Country of Origin
Côte d'Ivoire
Material
Wood / fabrics
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
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