This beautiful bronze sculptures is a one off original piece hand crafted in Ouagadougou, Bukina Faso West Africa using lost wax method. Burkina Faso is synonymous of bronze casting and the creation of ingenious sculptures. This unique practice stands out among the many handicrafts of the country.
The bronze figure capture the graceful long lines of women's' figures with African head gear/scarf and children, nurturing and reading, where a book is often featured in some of the creations. The contrast between the bronze and the colourful dresses make a significant cultural impact and a magnificent aesthetic appeal.
The classical Burkinabe approach involves working the wax by hand to help the bronze achieve its final form. Each sculpture is unique, made from a wax mould and almost impossible to recreate the exact same work.
These elegant creations exude movement, vitality and familial love
The width measurements is the widest part of the sculpture 4cm
Weight - 179g
Base - 4.5cm shops
Product code: Original African Light Brown Bronze lady Figurine with hand bag and shops natural Height 15.5cm/6inches