ATIER, Republic of Côte d'Ivoire. - Lot 228

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250 - 350 EUR
ATIER, Republic of Côte d'Ivoire. - Lot 228
ATIER, Republic of Côte d'Ivoire. Nude, standing female statuette, arms detached from the body, with powerful musculature. The navel is embellished with raised scarification marks, and the chest is surmounted by an arched sculpted motif. Hardwood, old shiny reddish-brown patina, white milking beads (feet missing). Height Height : 28.7 cm Width: 10.7 cm Note: Atier female statuary is associated with protective practices and domestic worship. The scarification marks underline the figure's symbolic status and its role in lineage continuity.
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