Grand Knight Bambara - Bamabara - Mali

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Grande Cavaliere Bambara, a wooden and brass sculpture from Mali, depicting a Bamabara rider on a stylised horse, 108 cm high, 56 cm wide, 21 cm deep, in good condition, from a private collection.

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Bambara wooden sculpture carved with brass decorations, depicting a rider on a stylized horse. Characterized by elongated and abstract forms, it symbolizes power, nobility, or spirituality. Used in ritual contexts, it expresses the artistic skill and symbolism of Bambara culture, celebrating warriors, leaders, or revered ancestors.

Bambara wooden sculpture carved with brass decorations, depicting a rider on a stylized horse. Characterized by elongated and abstract forms, it symbolizes power, nobility, or spirituality. Used in ritual contexts, it expresses the artistic skill and symbolism of Bambara culture, celebrating warriors, leaders, or revered ancestors.

Details

No. of items
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Bamabara
Country of Origin
Mali
Material
Brass, Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Grand Knight Bambara
Height
108 cm
Width
56 cm
Depth
21 cm
Provenance
Private collection
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Objects sold
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