Attye figure Lagoon sculpture

Attye Lagoon female figures are renowned for their striking beauty and their ritual use to promote fertility, a tradition shared by many peoples living along the lagoon. However, what sets Attye figures apart are the scarification marks on the neck and abdomen, often created by inserting small wooden plugs rather than sculpting them in relief. This unique piece of natural wood from Ivory Coast, beads and nails, measures 13x14.5x47 cm. She embodies the cultural wealth of the Attyes and their sense of aesthetics, while carrying the symbolism of fertility. This sculpture is originally from the Ivory Coast and dates from the middle of the 20th century.