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Baule Blolo Bla Figure

Offered by: PAGODA RED

Description
The figurative sculptures of the Baule peoples of Cote d'Ivoire are recognizable by their strong, gently curving forms and serene composure. This figure of a woman was carved to represent the spirit mate of a young Baule man. The Baule believe that every individual has a mate who dwells in the "other world," carved figures such as this are commissioned to stand-in for the spirit mate. This "other-world woman" (blolo bla) evokes the Baule ideal of feminine beauty, with a rounded face, wide hips, and intricately braided coiffure. Vividly colored with red paint and piercing eyes, this blolo bla figure has a lifelike vitality and a sense of inner calm. // Depth: 3.5"

More Information

Period:	1950-1979
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	c. 1950
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	CAA0556
Incollect Reference #:	802558

Dimensions

W.	3.5 in;	H.	12 in;
W.	8.89 cm;	H.	30.48 cm;

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