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The expressive facial expression and vibrant colours make this an exceptional example of so-called 'Colon art', born of the meeting between African sculptural tradition and European influences in the 20th century.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Origin &amp; meaning<\/strong><br \/>\nColon statues like this businessman statue were made in C\u00f4te d'Ivoire to represent the changing society, where colonial influences and local culture came together. They depict officials, doctors, missionaries and businessmen, among others, often with a mix of satire and respect. Today, these sculptures are loved by collectors of African art for their unique place in colonial and post-colonial history.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dimensions &amp; condition<\/strong><br \/>\nHeight: 32.5 cm<br \/>\nWidth: 7.5 cm<br \/>\nDepth: 5 cm<br \/>\nThe sculpture is in good condition with slight signs of use appropriate to its age and use.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Authentiek Baule Colon beeld van een zakenman uit Ivoorkust, fraai beschilderd en met krachtige uitstraling. Dit kleurrijke houten beeld stelt een Afrikaanse zakenman voor, gekleed in een blauwe jas, witte broek, rood vest en witte helm, met een aktetas in de hand. 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