Attyie (Attie, Akye or Ankye) Lagoon Figures The statues of the Attye are some of the most ravishing in all of Africa , combining the best features of Baule sculpture with a unique "lagoon" appearance. The...
People: Bassa Location: Central Liberia Population: Disputed Est 400,000 Arts: The art works of the Bassa are linked stylistically and ritually to the Mande-speaking Dan, who now live mainly in Cote...
The Yaure People of Africa People: Yaure (Yaoure)Location: Central Cote d'Ivoire Population: 20,000 Arts: The Yaure, of Akan descent, are known mostly for their striking masks. Though they display...
People: Attye (Attie,Akye,Atye)Location: Coastal Region of Southern Cote d'Ivoire Population: Est 55,000 Arts: The Attye, like most of the so-called "Lagoon" peoples, are known primarily for their...
Location: Central Cote d'Ivoire Population: 20,000 Arts: The Yaure, of Akan descent, are known mostly for their striking masks. Though they display elements of their neighbors, the Baule and Guro, there...