Wooden fish - Bozo - Mali (No reserve price)

Wooden Fish – Bozo – Mali

This wooden carving of a fish is attributed to the artistic tradition of the Bozo, a people of Mali historically settled along the Niger River. Closely connected to the aquatic environment, the Bozo are particularly known for fishing and their knowledge of the river ecosystem. Fish therefore hold an important place in their everyday and cultural life. Through this representation, the sculpture evokes the close relationship between riverine communities and the resources of the river. The woodworking highlights the animal’s silhouette and reflects the diversity of forms of expression in traditional Malian craftsmanship.

This piece is of particular interest to collectors of African art, admirers of animal sculptures, and enthusiasts of ethnographic objects. Its subject, inspired by the aquatic world, gives it a distinctive visual identity and appealing decorative qualities. It can be added to a collection of African art or displayed as a standalone piece in a contemporary interior, where it will create a harmonious dialogue between cultural heritage and contemporary aesthetics.