Hyena - Bozo - Mali (No Reserve Price)

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Hyène, a polychrome animal mask from the Bozo people of Mali, provenance Bozo culture, Mali.

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In African art, the Bozos are known for their pieces with bright colors.
A very beautiful example of a colorful hyena mask. The face features a spotted pattern that imitates the animal's fur.
The Bozos are a people who still remain semi-nomadic today, moving their dwellings according to the seasons and water levels, upstream or downstream of the river for some families. They often live on temporary islands created by reeds, or even partially create them by drying out the banks of a small island.
Forced to settle under the reign of Cheikhou Amadou (1810-1844), they remain nomads and return to their huts for a few months of fishing after the rainy season.

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Seller's Story

Tribal Collection – African Art Gallery is a space dedicated to discovering and celebrating both traditional and contemporary African art. The gallery features a curated selection of sculptures, masks, ritual objects, and artworks from various African cultures and ethnic groups, reflecting the richness and diversity of artistic expression across the continent. Each piece is selected for its aesthetic quality, authenticity, and history, offering collectors, enthusiasts, and curious visitors an immersion into the symbolic and spiritual world of African art. Bridging tradition and modernity, Tribal Collection highlights ancient works full of meaning while also fostering a dialogue with the contemporary creations of today’s African artists. More than just a gallery, Tribal Collection is a cultural bridge where art becomes a medium of transmission, emotion, and universal dialogue.
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In African art, the Bozos are known for their pieces with bright colors.
A very beautiful example of a colorful hyena mask. The face features a spotted pattern that imitates the animal's fur.
The Bozos are a people who still remain semi-nomadic today, moving their dwellings according to the seasons and water levels, upstream or downstream of the river for some families. They often live on temporary islands created by reeds, or even partially create them by drying out the banks of a small island.
Forced to settle under the reign of Cheikhou Amadou (1810-1844), they remain nomads and return to their huts for a few months of fishing after the rainy season.

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Seller's Story

Tribal Collection – African Art Gallery is a space dedicated to discovering and celebrating both traditional and contemporary African art. The gallery features a curated selection of sculptures, masks, ritual objects, and artworks from various African cultures and ethnic groups, reflecting the richness and diversity of artistic expression across the continent. Each piece is selected for its aesthetic quality, authenticity, and history, offering collectors, enthusiasts, and curious visitors an immersion into the symbolic and spiritual world of African art. Bridging tradition and modernity, Tribal Collection highlights ancient works full of meaning while also fostering a dialogue with the contemporary creations of today’s African artists. More than just a gallery, Tribal Collection is a cultural bridge where art becomes a medium of transmission, emotion, and universal dialogue.
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Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Bozo
Country of Origin
Mali
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Hyena
Height
42 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
1 cm
FranceVerified
885
Objects sold
98.82%
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