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Mid-20th C. African Losso Wood Figure

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**Originally Listed At $500**

West Africa, northern Togo, Kara Region, Doufelgou District, Losso (also Nawdba) peoples, ca. mid-20th century CE. An intriguing standing figure presenting stylized features such as a cylindrical lower body, a tubular torso with plank arms, and sloped shoulders that taper to a broad neck. The raised head narrows to form a laterally projecting 'snout' topped with a cylindrical finial, and the entire sculpture is covered in smooth patina. Size: 2.5" W x 8.4" H (6.4 cm x 21.3 cm); 8.9" H (22.6 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private Houston, Texas, USA collection, purchased from various American galleries between 2000 and 2016

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Condition

Nicks, abrasions, and several stable fissures to base, body, and figure, otherwise intact and very good. Smooth patina throughout.

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Mid-20th C. African Losso Wood Figure

Name: Mid-20th C. African Losso Wood Figure
SKU: 106257764
Price: 600 USD
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