An early Lobi figure, Burkina Fasso.
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Early 20th century, 48 cm high. Bateba figures were recognized as living ancestors, placed on the shrines of the thila (supernatural spirits) and protected against bad influences. (VJ)
Provenance:
Private German collection;
Prof. Srdjan Sremac, The Hague.
Specialist: Joris Visser
Joris Visser
+32-2-514 00 34
Joris.Visser@dorotheum.com
30.03.2022 - 15:04
- Realized price: **
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EUR 4,608.-
- Estimate:
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EUR 5,000.- to EUR 6,000.-
- Starting bid:
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EUR 3,600.-
An early Lobi figure, Burkina Fasso.
Early 20th century, 48 cm high. Bateba figures were recognized as living ancestors, placed on the shrines of the thila (supernatural spirits) and protected against bad influences. (VJ)
Provenance:
Private German collection;
Prof. Srdjan Sremac, The Hague.
Specialist: Joris Visser
Joris Visser
+32-2-514 00 34
Joris.Visser@dorotheum.com
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Auction: | Tribal Art |
Auction type: | Online auction |
Date: | 30.03.2022 - 15:04 |
Location: | Vienna | Palais Dorotheum |
Exhibition: | 24.03. - 30.03.2022 |
** Purchase price incl. buyer's premium and VAT
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