A large male Baule

A large male Baule of the Sakassou region, posted on a four-leg stool, the right foot fragmentary, one hand touching the abdomen, the other holding an elongated goatee in its hand, the rounded head with a protruding mouth, a fine slender nose, ending up in high aged brows. framed by large oval eyes in the manner of the Sakassou style; the sculpture has a fine brownish patina and scarifications all over the figure. First part 20th century.

The Sakassou style is one of the most sought-after and highly valued sculptures among Baule figures. The increasingly rare sculptures of this region were traded in international galleries and auction houses at very high prices.

2.800 - 3.400,- Euro

Height: 63 cm
Weight: 5,3 kg