Lot 147: A fine and abstract Mossi figure

A fine and abstract Mossi figure, Mossi; Burkina faso

The figure of unusually abstract form; the head narrow and with high medial ridge, the face concave and powerful, shoulders hanging and with thin arms carved akimbo, the breasts as indications on the broad chest with straight and powerful legs. A fine and expressive composition, excellent patina. H. 21 1/2"

Comments:
Property of a New York Private Collector

Provenance:
Gallery Deroche, SF, C. 1990's

Estimate: $2,400 - $3,600

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