Lü Me Dan figure
Finesse among the Dan - African Art from West Africa
Ancient statue of a Lü Me woman, a rare and major type of figure in Dan art. This piece comes from the private collection of a famous Belgian painter. Superb almost black patina. A perfect balance expected in Dan statuary. The body is very figurative, almost anatomical. The shapes are surprising and the headdress is worked, no element is neglected on this West African masterpiece.
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Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- Mid XXth century
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Wood
- Country
- Origin
- Tribal art collection Belgium
- Condition
- Excellent
Finesse among the Dan - African Art from West Africa
Ancient statue of a Lü Me woman, a rare and major type of figure in Dan art. This piece comes from the private collection of a famous Belgian painter. Superb almost black patina. A perfect balance expected in Dan statuary. The body is very figurative, almost anatomical. The shapes are surprising and the headdress is worked, no element is neglected on this West African masterpiece.