Ancestor figure - Bambara - Mali

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Description from the seller

Rare to find, large, female Bambara figure used in traditional ceremonies. Very stylised design with a elaborate hairdo. Small face. Very heavy statue. From the south-east of Mali. Collected in the 1990`s in situ.
From a private Dutch collection.

Rare to find, large, female Bambara figure used in traditional ceremonies. Very stylised design with a elaborate hairdo. Small face. Very heavy statue. From the south-east of Mali. Collected in the 1990`s in situ.
From a private Dutch collection.

Details

No. of items
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Bambara
Country of Origin
Mali
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Acacia wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Ancestor figure
Provenance
Private collection
The NetherlandsVerified
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Objects sold
100%
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