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This is the rating and price for Large 20Th C. African Baule Figure, 1989



Description : African, Baule influence, 20th c. Sculpturally dramatic and powerful figure, with its rounded forms and sharply defined planes. Painstakingly carved details, most notably the coiffure and facial features. Exquisitely balanced forms with nice movement as well. Beautiful patina and impressive scale. Beyond this impeccable aesthetic is the iconographic value. According to Robbins and Nooter, Baule figures function in two principal ways: as the abode of a nature spirit before whom sacrifices are made, or as a representation of one's spouse in the spirit world, whose image must be enshrined and attended. (Robbins and Nooter, African Art in American Collections, Smithsonian Institution Press, Washington & London, 1989, p. 178) ~32H Provenance: Ex-Robert Pearson Collection, Denver, CO All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
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Estimate (low-high) : 3000 USD-5000 USD It's free to register now to view!

About the lot N° 484
Title : Large 20Th C. African Baule Figure, Period : 1989
Condition report : Some old cracks that are stable. Some loss to feet. Else intact and excellent
Artemis Gallery, auctioneer, Louisville, US It's free to register now to view!
Sale title : Exceptional Pre-Columbian / Tribal Art
Sale date : 24 Oct 2014 It's free to register now to view!
Sale Reference : Live Sale

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