14057 - Ibrahima Issa Sall (1939–2009), Senegal, metal box with a portrait of an African woman

Ibrahima Issa Sall (1939–2009), Senegal, metal box with a portrait of an African woman Ibrahima Issa Sall (1939–2009), a Senegalese artist and leading exponent of traditional African reverse-glass painting. Decorative rectangular metal box with a hinged lid, a metal clasp on the front, and an interior fully lined with light-colored metal plates. A colorful portrait of a woman, set into the lid, in the characteristic style of Senegalese art. Depicted is an African woman in traditional attire, wearing a green robe dotted with white and a matching headdress. Elaborate gold-colored necklaces and large earrings emphasize her regal appearance. The bright orange background creates a striking contrast to the figurative depiction. The painting is characterized by bold colors, clear black outlines, and a decorative, stylized design language typical of West African folk art. The painting is signed in the lower left corner. Dimensions: Width approx. 20.3 cm, depth approx. 18 cm, height approx. 9.3 cm.