15/09/2026
There is something slightly unsettling about a good African sculpture.
You can put it on a table, photograph it from every possible angle, write down its measurements and provenance, and still not quite explain why it holds your attention. Looking at this 47 cm Mossi figure from Burkina Faso, I found myself stepping into a ceremony that may help us understand it.
A 47 cm wooden figure, a royal court, and a glimpse into the world of the Mossi. Looking at this Mossi figure from Burkina Faso, I found myself stepping into a