Lot 138
Baule Female Spirit Figure, Cote d'Ivoire
Estimate$800–$1,200
Offered in A Lifetime of Discovery III · Sunday, November 1, 2026, To be announced
A carved wood female figure attributed to the Baule people of Cote d'Ivoire, likely early to mid-20th century, possibly earlier. The figure has a finely carved coiffure, arched brows, almond-shaped eyes, facial scarification and hands resting at the abdomen, with a dark worn surface and areas of softened patina.
- Size
- 28 in. high.
- Provenance
- Property from an important private collection, assembled by a dealer and collector over more than six decades.
- Condition
- Extensive age-related wear with insect damage and losses to the lower legs and base, old shrinkage cracks, abrasions and surface variation. Please refer to photographs.
Estimates are opinions of value, given as a guide.