Mossi Doll, Burkina Faso
biga
heights 8 3/4in (22cm)
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French Private Collection
Drs. John and Nicole Dintenfass Collection, New York
This small, refined schematic work is an exceptional and rare example of its type with a large, narrow head with rounded crest and large ears hanging almost the entire length of the neck; the body defined by a rounded shoulder area with two breasts and a slightly protruding abdomen; exquisite dark brown patina of usage.
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biga
heights 8 3/4in (22cm)
Provenance
French Private Collection
Drs. John and Nicole Dintenfass Collection, New York
This small, refined schematic work is an exceptional and rare example of its type with a large, narrow head with rounded crest and large ears hanging almost the entire length of the neck; the body defined by a rounded shoulder area with two breasts and a slightly protruding abdomen; exquisite dark brown patina of usage.
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