Tywara - Bambara - Mali

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Tywara, a Bambara wooden figure from Mali, 64 cm high, 27 cm wide and 7 cm deep, in good condition, dating to the late 20th century, from a private collection.

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Coiffe - Tywara - Bambara - Wood - Mali - 64cm.

Bambara antelope standing on all fours.
Tywara from the Ségou region.
Silhouette with dynamic lines and curves.
The horns are curved forward. Beautiful architecture.
The Ciwara society celebrates two essential events in the life of the Bamana: the origin of agriculture and the primordial union between man and woman.
Dark patina. Ancient Tywara.
Good overall condition
Personal collection


Coiffe - Tywara - Bambara - Wood - Mali - 64cm.

Bambara antelope standing on all fours.
Tywara from the Ségou region.
Silhouette with dynamic lines and curves.
The horns are curved forward. Beautiful architecture.
The Ciwara society celebrates two essential events in the life of the Bamana: the origin of agriculture and the primordial union between man and woman.
Dark patina. Ancient Tywara.
Good overall condition
Personal collection

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Bambara
Country of Origin
Mali
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Tywara
Height
64 cm
Width
27 cm
Depth
7 cm
Provenance
Private collection
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