Ivory Coast - Ancient Animist Fetish "Colon Baoulé"

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Ivory Coast
Ancient Animist Fetish "Colon Baoulé"

Baoule fetish of mystical wife type, called "blolo blah", painted.
This piece can be related to a colonist because of the painting and the wearing of "western" type clothes.
Serene and determined expression.
Excellent proportions. A lot of charm.
Old common piece to be collected.

Dimensions: 28.5 x 7.5 x 7.5 cms
Weight: 0.330 kg.
Materials : Wood, paint.
Years 1970 to early 1980.

Baoule : The Baoulé (or Baule) are an Akan people and one of the largest groups in the Ivory Coast.

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