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Lobi Bateba Sculpture, Burkina Faso

Lobi Bateba Sculpture, Burkina Faso

$1,200.00
Lobi Bateba Sculpture, Burkina Faso—
$1,200.00

The Story

  • Lobi Bateba Sculpture, Burkina Faso
  • This is a vintage sculpture from the Lobi peoples, Burkina Faso, West Africa. Carved wooden image of a male and female in the act of love making. Known locally as "Bateba Betise", It is said that Lobi men are given this sculpture when looking for a wife and to avoid sterility. A powerful sculpture! 
  • Measurement:  The sculpture measures 14.5 inches tall on professional custom display stand
  • Condition:  Good, well handled and worn
  • Provenance: Ex Robert Banks collection, MD, USA.
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    Details & Craftsmanship

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    Details & Craftsmanship

    Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

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    Details & Craftsmanship

    Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

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    Details & Craftsmanship

    Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

    Description

  • Lobi Bateba Sculpture, Burkina Faso
  • This is a vintage sculpture from the Lobi peoples, Burkina Faso, West Africa. Carved wooden image of a male and female in the act of love making. Known locally as "Bateba Betise", It is said that Lobi men are given this sculpture when looking for a wife and to avoid sterility. A powerful sculpture! 
  • Measurement:  The sculpture measures 14.5 inches tall on professional custom display stand
  • Condition:  Good, well handled and worn
  • Provenance: Ex Robert Banks collection, MD, USA.