Description:

Early-mid 20th century, from the West African country of Burkina Faso. This wood sculpture was created to guard against sorcery, evil and illness. Its role was a protective one and it was most likely placed on or around an altar as part of a group of various 'bateba' figures. The precise meaning of each figure's shape and posture will never be known, since these carvings were created as the result of a seers vision for an afflicted individual who was suffering a particular malady. Grey-brown, slightly encrusted, sacrificial patina, overall. The lower legs and feet have been lost from insect and moisture damage; there is old loss on the outer edge of the left breast. Otherwise, the figure is in fine condition. 19-1/4"H x 3-3/4"W. Provenance: Ex-M. Cichon Tribal Arts, FL. All items in this auction have been legally acquired, are legal to sell, and guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.

  • Condition: Grey-brown, slightly encrusted, sacrificial patina, overall. The lower legs and feet have been lost from insect and moisture damage; there is old loss on the outer edge of the left breast. Otherwise, the figure is in fine condition.

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March 14, 2014 9:00 AM MDT
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$0 $299 $25
$300 $999 $50
$1,000 $1,999 $100
$2,000 $4,999 $250
$5,000 $9,999 $500
$10,000 $19,999 $1,000
$20,000 $49,999 $2,000
$50,000 $99,999 $5,000
$100,000 $199,999 $10,000
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