The 'iliohan - Black' Baule Chiefs Collection (Author Mr Stephen Thanni)

Predominantly, a story about an exquisite, rare & valuable collection of Spiritual and utilitarian tribal art pieces. Many of them, belonging to a 'sitting' Chief of a village nestled in between the Sassandra and Komoe Rivers in Eastern Cote D'Ivoire. It is the story of how the collection started, and the unwavering desire of a seasoned antiques collector, 'Harold' & his wife 'Nelly'. A story about how they fell in love with Baule art, and forged a bond with a beautiful culture, with its roots in Akan history.

Ultimately, it is the story of the origins of the collection, and how it found it's way to this lovely couple who will cherish it forever..