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African Figures
African figures are a testament to the rich artistic and cultural heritage of the African continent. These sculptures have great symbolic value and represent a wide variety of themes, including fertility.
Throughout history, African communities have performed rituals and ceremonies to honor and promote human, animal, and land fertility. African figures symbolizing motherhood, couples, and fertility amulets are an example of the importance placed on this theme in African culture. Additionally, these pieces reflect the knowledge and skill of African artists in creating unique and meaningful works of art.
€175.00
Fertility Doll - Cameroon | Wood Carving with Glass Beads
This fertility doll, originating from Cameroon, is a piece loaded with symbolism and tradition. Hand-carved in wood and adorned with glass paste beads, it...
€150.00
Lega Three Faces Figure - Democratic Republic of Congo
This ceremonial figure from the Lega people, originating from the Democratic Republic of Congo, is an exceptional piece of African tribal art. Carved in wood and...
€230.00
Bronze Hippopotamus - Handmade Craft from Burkina Faso
Discover the beauty and uniqueness of our bronze hippopotamus, a stunning piece of art that celebrates the rich African culture. This handmade hippopotamus is a...
€200.00
Bronze Water Turtle - Handmade Craft from Burkina Faso
We introduce our exquisite bronze water turtle, a masterpiece of African craftsmanship from Burkina Faso. This elegant decorative object is a representation of...
€250.00
Bronze Crocodile with Raised Tail - Craftsmanship from Burkina Faso
Discover the majesty of our bronze crocodile with raised tail, a masterpiece of African craftsmanship from Burkina Faso. This impressive decorative...
€300.00
Female Senufo Figure: Representation of Fertility and Beauty
This impressive wooden and polychrome carved figure, originating from the Senufo tribe of Ivory Coast, depicts a nude woman standing upright on a base. With...
€300.00
Female Senufo Wooden Figure: A Cultural Treasure from Ivory Coast
The wooden female figure we present comes from the Senufo tribe, a prominent ethnic group in the northern region of Ivory Coast and southern Mali. This...
€1,000.00
Double Figure of the Baoulé Tribe: Man and Woman Carved in Wood
This exceptional double figure, carved in wood by the Baoulé tribe of Ivory Coast in the mid-20th century, features a man and a woman in a single block...
€300.00
Wood Carving from the Mangbetu Tribe - Congo, mid-20th century
The wood carving, originating from the Mangbetu tribe in Congo, is a masterpiece of African sculpture dating back to the mid-20th century. This impressive...
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What are African figures and why are they important?
Welcome to Exoteca, the shop in Barcelona where you will find the most impressive African wooden figures.
On this page we will tell you all about these unique pieces of art and how they relate to the African tribes and villages where they originate.
African figurines are pieces of art created by African tribes and villages in different countries of the African continent, including countries such as Nigeria, Mali, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Angola and Zambia.
These figurines have a deep meaning and are considered sacred objects for African tribes and are important because they are representations of African culture and traditions. They are used in religious rituals and tribal ceremonies.
Each figure has a different meaning and is associated with different African tribes and villages. African tribes and villages that create these figures There are several African tribes and villages that are known for creating these figures, including the Dogon, Baulé, Senufo, Bamana, Bwa, Bobo, Fang and Chokwe tribes.
The Dogon tribe, originally from Mali, is known for creating stylised figures representing their gods and goddesses.
The Baoule tribe, from Côte d'Ivoire, is famous for their wooden figures representing their ancestors and protective spirits.
The Senufo tribe, also from Côte d'Ivoire, is known for its abstract figures representing the protective spirits of the tribe.
The Bamana tribe of Mali is famous for its wooden figures representing ancestors and gods.
The Bwa tribe, from Burkina Faso, is known for its wooden masks representing nature spirits and animals.
The Bobo tribe, also from Burkina Faso, is known for its wooden figures representing ancestors and gods.
The Fang tribe, originally from Gabon and Equatorial Guinea, is famous for its wooden figures representing spirits and gods.
Finally, among others, the Chokwe tribe of Angola is known for its wooden masks representing ancestors and gods.
What do these decorative African figures mean?
Each African figure has a different meaning depending on the tribe and village where it was created.
For example, the Dogon tribe's figure represents their god Amma, who created the universe. The Baulé figure represents an ancestor or protective spirit of the tribe.
The Senufo figure represents a protective spirit of the tribe and the Bamana figure represents an ancestor or god.
The Bwa figure represents the nature spirits and animals, while the Bobo figure represents the ancestors and gods.
The Fang figure represents spirits and gods, and the Chokwe figure represents ancestors and gods.
African figurines are unique and meaningful pieces of art that represent the culture and traditions of African tribes and villages.
At Exoteca, we are proud to offer a wide selection of these African figurines of high quality and authenticity, so you can enjoy their beauty and meaning in your home or in your personal collection.
If you are interested in learning more about these African figurines or in acquiring one for yourself, please feel free to visit our shop or contact us. We will be happy to help you with anything you need, thank you for visiting us at Exoteca!