Lot 559

West African Mossi Biiga Doll on Stand

Estimate: $250 - $350

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Mossi Biiga fertility doll on stand, carved and incised wooden figure depicting a highly stylized abstracted woman, Burkina Faso, West Africa, 19th to early 20th century. 11 x 2.25 x 2.5 inches, stand .5 x 2.75 x 2.75 inches. Provenance: From the estate of Leon A. Arkus, former Director of the Carnegie Museum of Art. Acquired in 1980, Sam Hilu's Primitive Arts LTD., New York, NY.

Condition

In overall good condition, apart from usage related wear and minor chipping in three areas. Merchandise will be packed and transported by the purchaser at their own risk and expense. A list of recommended shippers is on our website: https://www.conceptgallery.com/auctions/shipping/ .

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