Details
Five senufo figures
Two males and a female each with median crested coiffure and hands resting on the hips, on circular bases, and a pair of figures, male and female, the male with pierced crest to the coiffure, the female with drop-shaped lobe over the forehead, dark patinas, probably for use in divination
13.5cm. to 17.5cm. high (5)
Two males and a female each with median crested coiffure and hands resting on the hips, on circular bases, and a pair of figures, male and female, the male with pierced crest to the coiffure, the female with drop-shaped lobe over the forehead, dark patinas, probably for use in divination
13.5cm. to 17.5cm. high (5)
Literature
Fagg, W., Miniature Wood Carvings of Africa, Bath, 1970, p.23, fig.8 for the pair
Special notice
Christie's charge a buyer's premium of 20% (VAT inclusive) for this lot.