Small Moba Sculpture – Northern Togo

Symbolism : This smaller Moba sculpture retains the same spiritual intensity and protective power as the larger ancestral figures of northern Togo. It serves as an intermediary between the visible and the ancestral worlds, invoked for household protection and spiritual guidance. Its elongated body, downward arms, and simplified head reflect an essential abstraction where form becomes a sacred symbol.

Artistic Statement : In this piece, the raw material speaks on its own. The hand-carved wood, weathered by time, bears witness to a profound humanity and rare formal restraint. This sculpture stands at the crossroads of ritual art and modern expression: its verticality, purity, and balance transform it into a timeless figure of contemplation — an embodiment of humble yet powerful beauty.