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This clay pot was created by the Bobo people of Burkina Faso, known for their bold artistic traditions and symbolic …
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This clay pot was created by the Bobo people of Burkina Faso, known for their bold artistic traditions and symbolic use of geometric patterns. The vessel is decorated with striking white designs, carefully painted in rhythmic motifs that echo Bobo textile and mask patterns. Such designs often carry symbolic meaning, connecting the pot to themes of balance, order, and spirituality.
The pot is presented on a custom metal stand, which highlights its form and makes it ideal for display. With its combination of traditional craftsmanship and striking visual contrast, this piece embodies both functionality and artistry in Bobo culture.
The Bobo people, residing in the eastern regions of Burkina Faso and Mali, are renowned for their skill in wood carving. They produce a wide array of sculptures and masks, each piece a reflection of their complex worldview and religious practices. Among the most significant of these works are the Dwo mask, which is believed to protect villages from malevolent forces, and the Boli figure, used in rituals to honor ancestors. Governed by a council of elders rather than a single chief, the Bobo people follow a religious tradition centered around Wuro, the creator god who shaped the world from mud. His son, Dwo, is venerated, with blacksmiths serving as the priestly class. The Bobo's deep spiritual beliefs are expressed through their carvings, which often symbolize animals or spirits, and are integral to various community ceremonies.
Height (In) 13.5
Width (In) 18.0
Depth (In) 18.0
Without stand it is 12.5 inches tall, but it can't stand on its own as the base is round
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- Dimensions
- 18ʺW × 18ʺD × 13.5ʺH
- Styles
- African
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Burkina Faso
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Clay
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Terra Cotta
- Condition Notes
- Surface wear and scratches. Black burn marks. See pics for details. Surface wear and scratches. Black burn marks. See pics for details. less
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