Ivorian Bété Statue - Bearded Man With Drum Mask or during important community gatherings

or during important community gatherings

from traditional to contemporary

This contrast of black and white not only creates a visually arresting aesthetic but also holds deep symbolic meaning within Ndebele culture

5 inches in diameter

Ivorian Bété Statue - Bearded Man With Drum Mask or during important community gatheringsBt Statue from Ivory Coast 19th Century This antique wooden Bete statue from Cte d'Ivoire features a seated man with a drum, encapsulating the cultural essence and artistic prowess of the Bete people. Hand carved with meticulous attention to detail, this statue showcases the man in a contemplative posture, his hands gently resting on a traditional drum. The intricate carvings highlight the expressive facial features, the detailed musculature, and the