Sculpture Baule male divination

This male wooden figure is a Baoulé representation of a spiritual husband, the Blolo bian, measuring 21x18.5x93.5 cm. It symbolizes the deep connection between humans and the ancient spiritual world, the blolo. Essential to Baoulé divination, it helps diviners interact with spirits. The mid-20th century work illustrates the vital importance of the spiritual in controlling the destiny of the living among the Baoulé people of Côte d'Ivoire. Every detail of this unique sculpture is imbued with cultural and spiritual meanings.