Statuette Depicting A Sakalava Or Bara Warrior - Merina Culture, South Africa - 20th Century
STATUETTE showing a Sakalava or Bara WARRIOR
Merina culture, South Africa
20th century
Wood, button, beads, fabric, nails, iron alloy, vegetable fibres and pigments
H. 34 cm, L 9 cm
(accidents)
The male figure stands with his legs apart, resting on a rectangular base. He is wearing a loincloth and a carved wooden hat, and his chest is adorned with a shoulder strap decorated with numerous pendants. In his left hand, he is holding a circular shield and an iron cutter cut from a metal section.
The Musée du Quai Branly collection holds a number of similar statuettes.
Reference : 3827
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Merina culture, South Africa
20th century
Wood, button, beads, fabric, nails, iron alloy, vegetable fibres and pigments
H. 34 cm, L 9 cm
(accidents)
The male figure stands with his legs apart, resting on a rectangular base. He is wearing a loincloth and a carved wooden hat, and his chest is adorned with a shoulder strap decorated with numerous pendants. In his left hand, he is holding a circular shield and an iron cutter cut from a metal section.
The Musée du Quai Branly collection holds a number of similar statuettes.
Reference : 3827
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
480 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Painted wood
Reference (ID): 1187563
Availability: In stock
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