When the Ancestors Came to Court: The Hidden Drama of a Mossi Figure
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 ceremony that may help us understand it. There is something slightly unsettling about a good African sculpture. You can put it on a table, photograph it from every possible… Read More »When the Ancestors Came to Court: The Hidden Drama of a Mossi Figure