A great kafigeledio figure. Reputedly powerful objects, kafigeledio are held only by kulebele sculptors. They represent a spirit (or genie) of nature considered particularly dangerous, who can render judgment, practice divination, apply sanctions and have other powers such that he is feared and considered dangerous far beyond the limits of Senoufo country. For other fine examples of kafigeledio figures, see the former Arman collection, n°153 p.164 in Arman et l'Art africain, RMN 1996. Sénoufo, Ivory Coast Wood, feathers, woven cotton canvas, sacrificial material, left arm visibly missing, beautiful sacrificial patina from use. Height: 81cm Provenance: Héléne Leloup Collection, Paris Passed on by descent