Mémoire d’Afrique — Ref. 61
Dan statuette — Dan, Côte d’Ivoire — African tribal art — Ref. 61
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Description
Dan bronze statuette, originating from Côte d’Ivoire or Liberia, representing a slender man holding a vessel, symbolising wisdom and spirituality. The expressive features, finely carved face and dynamic posture evoke Dan artistic traditions, known for their refinement. The old patina, with brown and green tones, testifies to its authenticity and age. Probably used in ceremonial or protective rites, this rare piece would enrich any collection of traditional African art.
Technical details
- Availability
- Unavailable
- Type of piece
- Statuette
- Category
- Statues
- Ethnic group
- Dan
- Country
- Côte d’Ivoire
- Materials
- Bronse
- Dimensions
- H 33 × W 6 × D 8 cm
- Weight
- 1 kg
- Estimated dating
- second half 20th c.
- Laboratory test
- Not tested
- Reference
- 61