LOBI, BURKINA FASO. Female statuette in the Lobi style, with imposing, massive lower limbs supporting a curved, rounded bust with a slightly raised umbilicus. The flattened, angular chest is triangular in shape. Long, slender arms stand out against square shoulders. The oval face features fine lines, while the arched eyebrows in slight relief enhance the range of the coffee-bean eyes. Light brown patina on the trunk. Height 28 - Width 8 cm Base: Height 2 - L 8 - W 8 cm Provenance: Claude Ferrand surrealist collection. Expert: Madame Aurore Krier-Mariani