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Old Antique Lobi Wooden Female Figure Sculpture Produced in Burkina Faso, Africa

$4,717.23
£3,530.97
€4,000
CA$6,492.26
A$7,236.30
CHF 3,796.64
MX$88,366.96
NOK 48,073.67
SEK 45,436.93
DKK 30,450.82

About the Item

Rare mid century Lobi folk tribal art female figure wooden sculpture produced in Burkina Faso, Africa by anonymous designer in the 1940s. In good original condition. Dimensions: H: 72 cm / 28.35" W: 12 cm / 4.75" D: 12 cm 4.75" Provenance: Peter Willborg Collection
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.35 in (72 cm)Width: 4.73 in (12 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)Seat Height: 28.35 in (72 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Stockholm, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5488238423192

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