Lot 557

5 Fertility Figures | Mossi, Fon, Togo / Burkina Faso / Benin

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5 Fertility Figures | Mossi, Fon, Togo / Burkina Faso / Benin

Estimate: $300 - $600

Starting Bid: $150

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by Artemis Fine Arts
July 30, 2026 8:00 AM MDT
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Togo, Burkina Faso, Republic of Benin. Two slender Mossi abstract figural dolls with semicircular narrow heads and angular breasts. Plus two smaller dolls carved of blonde wood, some pyro-engraved detail, and white kaolin pigment. Lastly a Fon figure with iron alloy base, remains of fiber attachment on head, kaolin pigment in recessed areas. Deep burnished brown patina from handling and age. 7.5" H to 10.75" H (19.05 cm H to 27.31 cm H).

Provenance: Long Island, N.Y. collection. Ex. collection of Nancy and John Hyde Devoe, NYC. and N.J., active 1950’s - 1970’s.

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Item # 72320

  • Condition: The two Mossi dolls are weathered, with light losses. The Fon figure has an abraded loss on the back of the head.

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