To the Baule people, sculpture serves many functions and these can shift over time and within different contexts.
19th–20th century
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Pair of Diviner’s Figures (Baule peoples)
Used by a diviner during ritual sessions, these figures help to communicate with the spirits.
Male and Female Poro altar figures (Senufo peoples)
These sculptures reflect the complementary social roles of men and women in Senufo culture.
Owie Kimou, Portrait Mask (Mblo) of Moya Yanso (Baule peoples)
This mask is a portrait of a particular woman, but was worn and danced by her male relatives.
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