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This is the rating and price for Carved Wooden Female Sculpture, early 20th century



Description : Carved wooden female sculpture with deep well handled surface patina and signs of age and field use. a Sweet and serene example of the traditional female figures displayed at the annual celebrations of the jo society. It represents a woman carrying a vessel on her head and lifting her breasts with her hands. Carrying water from the well or a stream is one of a young Bamana girl's first chores, and one that she will perform throughout her life. Bringing water for drinking and bathing is a sign of respect and hospitality to others.
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Estimate (low-high) : 1500 USD-2000 USD It's free to register now to view!

About the lot N° 1
Title : Carved Wooden Female Sculpture, Period : early 20th century
Size : 26 inches tall
Provenance : a private Washington DC collection.
Condition report : Deep well handled surface patina and signs of age, small decay on bottom of base from weather. Overall Good condition.
TRIBAL GATHERINGS, auctioneer, Brigantine, US It's free to register now to view!
Sale title : Art Of The Ancestors , African, Pre-Columbian, Oceanic, Asian , Mexican Art & Artifacts
Sale date : 05 Dec 2015 It's free to register now to view!
Sale Reference : Live Sale

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