Ancestor
Mossi · Burkina Faso
Reference: EFM-110
View 1 of 5 · Press the image to enlarge
- Material
- Wood and pigments.
Former ancestor figure showing, mainly at the back, attacks of xylophages and the passage of time. Expression of serenity. The arms are separated from the body…
Enquire about this objectPhotographs (5)
Full original description
Former ancestor figure showing, mainly at the back, attacks of xylophages and the passage of time. Expression of serenity. The arms are separated from the body and hands attached to the lower belly, typical attitude of the African statuary that symbolizes the welcome and desire for peace. Broken and absent feet also denote the passage of time. Dark brown patina.
Further technical information
- Attributed period
- First third of the century XX or older
Details transcribed from the original catalogue; they are not a recent physical inspection.
Country on the map
Burkina Faso. The country associated with the catalog is shown, not the current location of the piece.
Google Maps is loaded only when you press the button.
Attributions, dates and accounts come from the preserved catalogue. They do not constitute certification of authenticity or provenance. An object’s presence on this website does not mean it is available for sale.
