Male altar figure "ndeo"
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Lot: 163
95th Tribal Art AuctionMale altar figure "ndeo"
Côte d'Ivoire, Senufo
| Provenance | Size | Starting price / estimated price |
|---|---|---|
| Simon Escarre, France French Collection |
H: 23.8 inch | This object is not available anymore. |
wood, base
This figure "ndeo" was probably once part of a couple (pl. "ndebele"), which was placed on an altar belonging to a senior member of "poro".
Sculptures on divination altars reflect the status, prestige, and skill of their owners and appeal to spiritual intermediaries.
