Wrought iron statue - Burkina Faso
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Statue en fer forgé from Burkina Faso, created by the Lobi people, 62 cm high, 14 cm wide, 7 cm deep, dating from the late 20th century, in good condition and sold without a stand.
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Lobi Forged Iron Statue – Burkina Faso
This forged iron statue comes from the Lobi people, an ethnic group primarily established in Burkina Faso but also present in Ivory Coast and Ghana. The Lobi are known for the richness of their spiritual traditions and the central role that ritual objects play in their culture. Ironwork is highly valued, and metal sculptures are often associated with protective beliefs, religious practices, and the transmission of values within the community.
This piece stands out for the power of its silhouette and the sobriety of its lines, highlighting the skill of Lobi smiths. The forged iron, marked by a beautiful patina, reveals a balanced composition where every detail contributes to the overall expressive strength. This sculpture has a contemporary dimension, particularly appreciated by African art collectors for its austere aesthetics and its contemporary interpretation of an ancestral tradition.
Lobi Forged Iron Statue – Burkina Faso
This forged iron statue comes from the Lobi people, an ethnic group primarily established in Burkina Faso but also present in Ivory Coast and Ghana. The Lobi are known for the richness of their spiritual traditions and the central role that ritual objects play in their culture. Ironwork is highly valued, and metal sculptures are often associated with protective beliefs, religious practices, and the transmission of values within the community.
This piece stands out for the power of its silhouette and the sobriety of its lines, highlighting the skill of Lobi smiths. The forged iron, marked by a beautiful patina, reveals a balanced composition where every detail contributes to the overall expressive strength. This sculpture has a contemporary dimension, particularly appreciated by African art collectors for its austere aesthetics and its contemporary interpretation of an ancestral tradition.
Details
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Burkina Faso
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Iron (wrought)
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Wrought iron statue
Height
62 cm
Width
14 cm
Depth
7 cm
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