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The Bashiri collection of Authentic African statues
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Carved statues feature strongly in traditional and contemporary African art. Typically representative of physical beauty and moral virtue, they are treasured tokens. The Baule tradition of wooden statues is arguably one of the most elegant and refined styles of Africa. Their cultural significance surrounds themes of soul mates, reverence of the spirit world and good…
Stylish miniature granary ladders created by the Dogon – made to help the spirits of the ancestors climb up onto the roof of the house where the ancestor’s altar is generally located.
Country of Origin…….……….. Mali
Culture………………………… Dogon
Function……………………….. Practical & Homage
Dimensions…………………….65cm Long x 19.5cm wide x 5cm
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
A highly stylised figure carved in Ebony. Figure Details Country of Origin……………… Gabon Function……………………….. DecorativeDimensions……………………. 34 x 10 x 9cm
The Lobi are an ethnic group that originated in what is today Ghana. Many of the Lobi migrated into southern Burkina Faso in 1770, and later into the Ivory Coast. The name Lobi originates from two Lobiri words; lou (meaning forest) and bi (meaning children), literally ‘Children of the forest’. The Lobi do not use masks. Instead, they create…
Imbibing the spirits for good health.
Country of Origin……………… Nigeria
Culture………………………….. Chamba
Function……………….……….. Fetish spirit world communication
Dimensions…………….……….. 37cm x 16cm x 14cm
The Yoruba hold one of the highest twin birth-rates of the world, giving rise to twins being assigned an almost mythical status in this culture. The dolls are tokens of good fortune, the deepening of familial love and homage to our collective immortal journey. Statue Details Country of Origin……………… Nigeria Culture………………………….. Yoruba Function………………………….. Remembrance, Honour,…
Striking tall pair of Senufu “Poro” figures from Ivory Coast.
While the Senufo blacksmiths and professional sculptors carved countless small statues, generally under 30cm in height, those of larger size are relatively rare…
These Statues can be bought individually or as a set of 2 (Male and Female).
Please note Cracks in Female (see pics)
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
Striking tall pair of Senufu “Poro” figures from Ivory Coast.
While the Senufo blacksmiths and professional sculptors carved countless small statues, generally under 30cm in height, those of larger size are relatively rare…
These Statues can be bought individually or as a set of 2 (Male and Female).
Aged (50-60 years) classic Ivory Coast male statue.
Well balanced symmetry and in excellent condition – a wonderful find
Statue Details
Country of Origin………………Ivory Coast
Culture………………………… Yamoussoukro
Function……………………….. Prosperity & Fertility
Dimensions…………………….60 x 10 x 15 cm
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)
