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Collection of Dagari Spirit Figures From Burkina Faso

$4,200per set

£3,124.09per set

€3,657.69per set

CA$5,860.43per set

A$6,557.98per set

CHF 3,424.27per set

MX$80,623.56per set

NOK 43,201.11per set

SEK 40,652.03per set

DKK 27,289.19per set

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This impressive collection of four carved wood figures are from the landlocked African country of Burkina Faso. This nation bordered by 6 other countries including Mali is home to several ethnic tribal regions. During colonial rule, this area in Africa was run by Britain, Germany and lastly France. In its earlier history, the area was ruled by many local kingdoms most notably the Mossi Kingdoms. The history which extends back well into the 12th century is rich and full. Most literature and ethnic culture is based on oral traditions and continues in tribal life to this day. The area contains large artistic communities & traditions even in modern times. The Dagari figures themselves represent the most abstract ideals of Lobi Figural carving. They are mostly frontal in presentation and aspect, enigmatic and brooding. These figures are placed on family altars in the Thilda. This is a small sacristy or chamber built in each family dwelling. Each figure is not a representation of but considered an actual spirit or Tibil Thil. Designed to protect family and home from illness, and misfortune the spirit could also be used for divination of future events. The spirit could and did demand offerings of blood & meal and also could request the placement of additional figures. An accumulation of figures within family sanctuaries increased social status considerably. Upon the death of a father the figures would be inherited by the son and became a valuable asset showing the linage and power of a family group. Three of these figures ( the three largest) are tribal made & used without question showing great wear and veneration making then sculptural and textural in their nature. One is questionable as to it ever having been used and venerated. The three largest ones are set on museum-quality bronze bases while the small forth one is on a wood base painted to look like the bronze ones.

Dimensions:
Height: 34 in (86.36 cm)Width: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Depth: 7.25 in (18.42 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 4
Style:
Tribal (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Wood
Place of Origin:
Burkina Faso
Period:
1930-1939
Date of Manufacture:
Circa 1930
Condition:
Additions or alterations made to the original: mounted on bases. Wear consistent with age and use. Some show ritual vereration and have some worming to wood all are in good shape ,solid and ready for display.
Seller Location:
Hudson, NY
Reference Number:
1stDibs: 13101581131059

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