MALI - rare and old RITUAL SHAMAN pottery with anthropomorphic decoration Period: First half of late 19th century Height: 20 cm, Diameter :12 cm - with handles: 14 cm Neck diameter: 10 cm - Base: 8 cm Weight: 940 g Origin: MALI - Dispersed from a private collection of G. Berthel (1920-1998) from the 1950s Fast and careful shipping via Colissimo with signature and insurance. The packages are packed and prepaid for shipping as soon as they are listed online. Therefore, there are no combined shipments for multiple orders. The ritual pottery of Mali holds a vital place in the spiritual and cultural life of various Malian communities. These specialized vessels are often handcrafted by skilled artisans, incorporating traditional techniques passed down through generations. Used in shamanic ceremonies, the pottery serves as a medium to connect with spirits, ancestors, and natural forces. The designs and symbols painted or carved on the pottery hold sacred meanings, believed to invoke protection, healing, or guidance. During rituals, these vessels may contain sacred herbs, offerings, or ancestral ashes. The process of creating and using this pottery is deeply spiritual, often accompanied by chants and dances. Shamans utilize these objects to facilitate communication between the spiritual and physical worlds. The pottery’s forms vary, including bowls, jars, and figurines, each with specific ritual purposes. These artifacts embody the community’s cosmology and religious beliefs. They also reinforce social cohesion by uniting participants in shared spiritual practices. Today, Malian ritual pottery remains an important cultural heritage, symbolizing the enduring connection between people and the spiritual realm.