GUINEAN BAGA FERTILITY DRUM STATUE. Baga carved wooden fertility drum statue, likely from Guinea, West Africa. This statue features a kneeling female figure supporting a drum, and it is associated with the Baga people. The statue is carved from wood and painted, with a reddish-brown hue on the figure and drum. The woman has scarifications on her cheeks, necklaces, and a detailed hairstyle, symbolizing beauty among Baga women. The drum component has geometric patterns and figures, possibly representing spirits or ancestors. - Height approximately: 39 inches. Estimate $200-300
