Mémoire d’Afrique — Ref. 175
Nimba statue — Baga, Guinea — African tribal art — Ref. 175
Description
Originating from Guinea and belonging to the Baga people, this ritual statue is used during agricultural and initiatory ceremonies. It symbolises fertility, protection and abundance, embodying the maternal spirit.
This impressive Nimba statue is carved from dense, patinated wood. It has a voluminous head with a stylised face, enhanced with geometric scarifications, a central crest and half-closed eyes evoking wisdom. The arms embrace an open structure, a symbol of maternity and renewal. Its spiral-carved base accentuates its dynamism. An authentic piece with traces of ritual use and a beautiful natural patina.
Technical details
- Type of piece
- Statue
- Category
- Statues
- Ethnic group
- Baga
- Country
- Guinée
- Materials
- wood
- Dimensions
- H 100 × W 22 × D 27 cm
- Weight
- 17,4 kg
- Estimated dating
- second half 20th c.
- Laboratory test
- Not tested
- Reference
- 175