Abdoulaye Derme - Sculpture, Rhinocéros silencieux stylisé force tranquille - 13.5 cm - Bronze

This bronze sculpture by Abdoulaye Derme represents a stylized rhinoceros with clean, modern lines. The artist here plays with the simplification of forms to convey a sense of calm power and animal serenity.

The massive body is deliberately compact and smooth, with a dark brown patina nuanced with golden reflections that highlight the artisanal work of the bronze. The lowered head and the long horn give a posture almost meditative, typical of certain contemporary African sculptures inspired by both nature and traditional forms.

The incisions under the neck and between the legs visually lighten the piece and accentuate its graphic aspect. The minimalist treatment recalls the work of many bronziers from Burkina Faso using the lost-wax technique, very present in contemporary African art.

This work exudes a strong decorative presence while remaining sober and elegant. It can be described as:

"Stylized bronze rhinoceros with a dark brown patina, contemporary African artisanal sculpture with clean and expressive lines, created in the spirit of Burkina Faso bronzes."

Sculptures attributed to Abdoulaye Derme are often unsigned but recognized for their fluid forms, simplified silhouettes and contemporary decorative character.