BURKINA-FASO Important cult pole presenting on a stepped base a naked female figure, standing, her body and face scarified. The gaze is accentuated by metal inlays, her face displays a beautiful protective and interiorized expression. Hard wood, old brown and reddish patina. Mossi, Burkina-Faso, early 20th century. (restorations and accidents) H: 100 x 16 cm. Provenance : Acquired from the KANAGA Gallery in December 2001.
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BURKINA-FASO Important cult pole presenting on a stepped base a naked female figure, standing, her body and face scarified. The gaze is accentuated by metal inlays, her face displays a beautiful protective and interiorized expression. Hard wood, old brown and reddish patina. Mossi, Burkina-Faso, early 20th century. (restorations and accidents) H: 100 x 16 cm. Provenance : Acquired from the KANAGA Gallery in December 2001.

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BURKINA-FASO Important cult pole presenting on a stepped base a naked female figure, standing, her body and face scarified. The gaze is accentuated by metal inlays, her face displays a beautiful protective and interiorized expression. Hard wood, old brown and reddish patina. Mossi, Burkina-Faso, early 20th century. (restorations and accidents) H: 100 x 16 cm. Provenance : Acquired from the KANAGA Gallery in December 2001.
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