KISI, southern Tanzania. Fired clay with a dark inlaid patina and rough surface. A rare and ancient figure used to promote fertility among the women of the community. The body is a cylindrical trunk with five protuberances, including two pairs of breasts and a navel. The head has two holes suggesting eyes. A superb sculpture with a primitive appearance, giving off an impression of strength and mystery. Height: 19 cm. Provenance: Collection of a couple of collectors, Blois. Acquired from the Afrique-Alain Dufour gallery on 4 July 2019 in Ramatuelle. (invoice attached).