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Baga Sculpture from Guinea-Bissau

$2,700
£2,057.99
€2,373.67
CA$3,834.81
A$4,120.90
CHF 2,211.10
MX$48,541.73
NOK 27,802.18
SEK 25,397.11
DKK 17,739.89

About the Item

This large, impressive sculpture of D'mba or Nimba (the Great Mother) is by the Baga people from the coast of Guinea-Bissau. The exaggerated figure has an oversize head covered in geometric patterns in paint, fabric and metal. The scale gives it great presence in any space. Structurally sound, it has overall wear from age and use. 51"h X 32"w X 10"d
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 51 in (129.54 cm)Width: 32 in (81.28 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Overall wear from age and use. Scattered scratches, abrasions, and minor losses as shown in photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Highland, IN
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU909148343912

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