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AU $680.00 Original price was: AU $680.00.AU $490.00Current price is: AU $490.00.
Baule statues pair from Ivory Coast.
This couple, from the region shared by the Baule and Attie, sport airs of corn above their heads in homage to Attie havest festivals. Seated upon their spiritual stools, they represent prosperity and fertility.
Noting: Some imperfections and natural wear – priced down accordingly
Country of Origin………………Ivory Coast
Culture………………………… Baule
Function……………………….. Prosperity & Fertility
Dimensions…………………….30 x 15 x 45 cm (combined dimensions of both statues)
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AU $540.00 Original price was: AU $540.00.AU $495.00Current price is: AU $495.00.
Medium sized statue pair from Ivory Coast
Beautifully carved in the quintessential Baule style, this couple represent fertility, hope and beauty.
Country of Origin…………….. Ivory Coast
Culture………………………….. Baule
Function……………………… Fertility, Hope, Beauty
Dimensions………………….. 47cm x 11cm x 11cm
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AU $3,300.00
Superb human size male Baule figurine from Ivory Coast.
Intricate carvings symbolise elegance, wisdom and good fortune.
A special piece made from hardwood djala timber
Country of Origin………………Ivory Coast
Culture………………………… Baule
Function……………………….. Prosperity & Wisdom
Dimensions…………………….152 x 40 x 40
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AU $290.00
A lovely piece – Carved aged female Baule statues featuring baby on back.
Typically representative of physical beauty and moral virtue, they are treasured tokens.
Country of Origin………………Ivory Coast
Culture………………………… Baule
Function……………………….. Prosperity & Fertility
Dimensions…………………….60 x 10 x 15 cm
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AU $990.00 Original price was: AU $990.00.AU $790.00Current price is: AU $790.00.
These ornate brass statues from the Edo people of the Benin/Nigerian boarder are famous among collectors world wide. Each is a depiction of an Oba; the ruler. The bronzing tradition is over 500 years old, and replicas like these of original ancient royalty keep the skill of this stunning artform alive. This style, with its…
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AU $990.00 Original price was: AU $990.00.AU $790.00Current price is: AU $790.00.
These ornate brass statues from the Edo people of the Benin/Nigerian boarder are famous among collectors world wide. Each is a depiction of an Oba; the ruler. The bronzing tradition is over 500 years old, and replicas like these of original ancient royalty keep the skill of this stunning artform alive. This style, with its…
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AU $150.00 Original price was: AU $150.00.AU $130.00Current price is: AU $130.00.
These ornate brass statues from the Edo people of the Benin/Nigerian boarder are famous among collectors world wide. Each is a depiction of an Oba; the ruler. The bronzing tradition is over 500 years old, and replicas like these of original ancient royalty keep the skill of this stunning artform alive. This style, with its…
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AU $150.00 Original price was: AU $150.00.AU $135.00Current price is: AU $135.00.
Bronze art has been prominent in Burkina Faso since the 14th century and represents the essence of cultural life. The distinctive styles and the degree of craftsmanship of the region have made these favourites with art lovers. Crafted using traditional techniques. Details Country of Origin…………….. Burkina Faso Name………………………… Calabash Lady Dimensions………………….. 31 x 8 x 10 cm
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AU $380.00 Original price was: AU $380.00.AU $280.00Current price is: AU $280.00.
Rare Chamba statue used to communicate with the spirit world
Country of Origin……………… Nigeria
Culture………………………….. Chamba
Function……………….……….. Fetish spirit world communication
Dimensions…………….……….. 37cm x 16cm x 14cm
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AU $380.00 Original price was: AU $380.00.AU $290.00Current price is: AU $290.00.
Imbibing the spirits for good health.
Country of Origin……………… Nigeria
Culture………………………….. Chamba
Function……………….……….. Fetish spirit world communication
Dimensions…………….……….. 37cm x 16cm x 14cm
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AU $580.00
A striking tall Congolese Nkisi statue adorned with nails, feathers, shells and ritual amulets.
Nkisi is conceived as a power emanating from the unseen world of the dead, an omniscient force which is otherwise inaccessible to human perception.
Country of Origin…………….. Congo
Function……………………… Ritual and religion
Dimensions………………….. 76 (tall) x 25 x 22cm
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AU $380.00 Original price was: AU $380.00.AU $340.00Current price is: AU $340.00.
Medium sized Congolese fetish statue with signature bead and cowrie shell adornment.
Divine protection and sacred medicines are central to the belief of the BaKongo peoples.
The BaKongo believe that the great god, Ne Kongo, brought the first sacred medicine or nkisi down from heaven in an earthenware vessel set upon three stones or termite mounds.
Country of Origin…………….. Congo
Function……………………… Ritual and religion
Dimensions………………….. 42 x 15 x 15cm
