In spite of their appearance, we believe these heads were carved for the collecting market.
The Baga Anok below have been sold and are left here for reference and educational purposes.
BAGA STYLE |
BAGA STYLE |
BAGA STYLE |
BAGA |
Photographs © Hamill Gallery
BAGA STYLE, ANOK ARCHIVES, Guinea
NOTE: As in most Baga anok heads, the heads lift off the base and neck
piece. The tilt can be adjusted some and wedged in place.
We recommmend Art of The Baga: A Drama of Cultural Reinvention by
Frederick Lamp (Museum for African Art/Prestel).
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