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Description : This fabulous piece is a sitting female figure sculpted from wood by the Attye tribe in Cote d'Ivoire & Ghana, Africa, and dates to the early to mid 20th century. The figure features an elaborate hair style, with a blend of a unique ''Lagoon'' appearance with Baule artistry. Statues such as this are used by healers to cure illness and disease as well as to convey messages to the spirit world. Provenance: These pieces were collected over a period of several decades out of collections from America and throughout Europe, including France, Germany, Belgium and Amsterdam beginning in the early 1960s. The items in this collection have been identified by George Mack, former director of the Arizona African Art Museum. Piece is in good condition for its age, showing signs of use with a very nice patina. Left side of base has been damaged with some wood pieces missing, and a crack running up the back of the left leg. Measures approximately 20.5 x 6 x 5 with a total weight of 4 lbs.
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Estimate (low-high) : 800 USD-1000 USDIt's free to register now to view!
About the lot N° 61 Title : Attye Carved Wooden Sitting Female Figure J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC, auctioneer, Scottsdale, USIt's free to register now to view! Sale title : African Tribal Art Sale II - Wednesday September 3rd 2014 Sale date : 03 Sep 2014It's free to register now to view! Sale Reference : Live Sale
