Maternity
Attye · Côte d’Ivoire
Reference: MTR-31
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- Height
- 56 cm
- Material
- Wood and pigments
Among its numerous and refined artistic production are the female figures and the maternity wards, standing or seated, which express the canons of feminine beauty. Elongated…
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Full original description
Among its numerous and refined artistic production are the female figures and the maternity wards, standing or seated, which express the canons of feminine beauty. Elongated bodies, muscular and elegant limbs and slender hairstyle, usually forming several loops, finely sculpted. The patina varies according to the figures of shades of light brown to black. The scarifications in relief.
The function of their statues is varied, mainly related to the world of ancestors and spirits to whom they incarnate and worship to ensure their protection and which favor the fertility of fields and families. They are therefore protective figures that also intervene in healings and in divination rites. They express great serenity and dignity.
Magnificent statue that among its numerous details presents an elaborate comb. hands on the back to hold the child. This statue is intended for the cult of female fertility in family altars. Thick patina in some areas, probably vestige of old libations.
Further technical information
- Width
- 15 cm
- Attributed period
- First third century XX or older
Details transcribed from the original catalogue; they are not a recent physical inspection.
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Côte d’Ivoire. The country associated with the catalog is shown, not the current location of the piece.
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