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UnknownAkane sculpture of woman representing fetilitycirca 1950
circa 1950
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Representing the forces of female fecundity, these statues were used in rituals to make these forces work. This type of figure was known under the tribal name of Alangua. Standing and seated statues with bulbous arms and legs produced by the Akye show strong Baule influence, but they are very marked by their distinctive style. Often the hairdo is geometric. What is unusual is that the relief scarification marks are achieved by insertion of small wooden plugs into the carving.
- Creation Year:circa 1950
- Dimensions:Height: 25 in (63.5 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
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- Condition:Age-appropriate distress.
- Gallery Location:Three Oaks, MI
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU51735488562
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