blolo bla Wood, fiber, beads height 11 1/2in (29.3cm) Provenance Tao Kerefoff, Paris French Private Collection The artist of this diminutive sculpture has captured the sensual elements of classic Baule figurative sculpture, including a spherical head with finely incised coiffure, delicate facial features with heavy lidded eyes below arching brows, a linear nose and slightly protruding lips; the rounded, sloping shoulders above conical breasts and arms resting on the abdomen with clearly defined long fingers; the figure stands firmly planted on a round base with her feet clearly defined; rich, dark brown reflective patina showing much care and use.