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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
Medium sized set of Baule statues in traditional Atti style
This couple represent fertility, hope and beauty ands are used as mediators between spirit healers and humans.
Noting: Natural wear and imperfections ares shown in photos – priced down accordingly
Country of Origin………………Ivory Coast
Culture………………………….. Baule
Function……………………….. Fertility, Hope, Beauty
Dimensions…………………….56cm x 17cm x 11cm (each statue)
This vibrant series has been very popular and it’s not hard to see why. The bright and feminine dancing figures are bursting with energy and charisma.
Artist Profile
Sammy’s ability to capture the spirit of dance springs from the fact he is also a talented dancer himself.
Painting Details
Country of Origin………………… Ghana
Artist………………………………. Sammy O
Material…………………………… Canvas, Acrylic
Dimensions (L x W x H)…………… 151 x 3 x 47cm
Marka masks are revered as channels to extremely powerful protective spirits who convey messages, frighten away evil, cure illnesses and encourage fertility. Mask Information Country of Origin…………….. Mali Culture………………………… Bambara Function……………………….. Protection, Celebration, Prosperity Dimensions……………………. 35 x 16 x 13cm
Ndoma masks portray an honoured person of the village who is celebrated during an elaborate ceremonial dance called Mblo, which is often performed on stilts. These masks represent the Baule people’s idealised vision of beauty, depicted in carefully carved features, elaborate hairstyles, and symbolic scarification. Mask Information Country of Origin…………….. Ivory Coast Culture………………………… Baule Function…………………………..
This striking mask is over 70 years old; a real treasure and in immaculate condition
Mask Information
Country of Origin…………….. Ivory Coast
Culture………………………… Baule
Function……………………….. Honour & Celebration
Dimensions……………………. 30 x 33 x 18cm
Ndoma masks portray an honoured person of the village who is celebrated during an elaborate ceremonial dance called Mblo, which is often performed on stilts. These masks represent the Baule people’s idealised vision of beauty, depicted in carefully carved features, elaborate hairstyles, and symbolic scarification. Mask Information Country of Origin…………….. Ivory Coast Culture………………………… Baule Function…………………………..
Huge Spoonbill sculpture significantly adorned with metal plating and horse hair.
Country of Origin………………Ivory Coast
Culture………………………… Senufo
Function……………………….. Harvest
Dimensions…………………….169 x 62 x 65 cm
How to Purchase
This work is too large to ship with AusPost and must be sent via courier. Please contact us to arrange purchase
(03) 9525 3073
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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, Protection &…
Imposing Spoonbill sculptures carved from single logs.
At more than two meters in height and 65kgs each, these birds make a truly grand statement.
Country of Origin………………Ivory Coast
Culture………………………… Senufo
Function……………………….. Harvest
Dimensions…………………….209 x 54 x 59 cm (each)
Each bird………………………………$5900
Pair of Birds…………………………$10,000
How to Purchase
This work is too large to ship with AusPost and must be sent via courier. Please contact us to arrange purchase
(03) 9525 3073 [email protected]
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…
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)
