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Baule Standing Male Figure, with heavy muscular legs supporting a rounded torso beneath strong shoulders, both arms missing, surmounted by an oval head with swept back coiffure terminating in two points, scarification on back, neck and cheeks, remnants of the left hand resting on the long beard, (most of the feet missing), ht. 17 1/2 in. Provenance: Pierre Verite, Paris, France. Literature: Christopher D. Roy, African Art in Iowa Private Collections, 1981, p. 30, cat 20. Estimate $12,000-18,000 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.


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