Djenne terracota - Figure - Mali
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Djenne terracotta, a single Mali-origin terracotta vessel dating to c.1400–1450, 32 cm high, 17 cm deep and 17 cm wide, in excellent condition with minimal signs of wear, from Galerie Majestic, Paris, not sold with a stand.
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A Djenné terracotta vessel, Mali, brown to reddish patina, collected in the region of Mopti
A Djenné terracotta vessel refers to pottery originating from the region around the ancient city of Djenné, located in Mali, West Africa. Djenné is famous for its rich cultural heritage and the ancient Djenné-Djenno archaeological site, inhabited since around 250 BC. The area is renowned for its distinctive pottery traditions, especially its terracotta vessels.
Djenné terracotta pottery is typically handmade and features a range of shapes and sizes, from large storage jars to smaller ceremonial vessels. The pottery is often characterized by its smooth, reddish-brown surface and intricately moulded or sculpted details. The designs can include geometric patterns, human or animal motifs, and sometimes abstract forms. The artisans of Djenné use traditional hand-building techniques, such as coiling, and burnish the pottery for a smooth finish.
Historically, the terracotta vessels were used for practical purposes, such as storing water, grains, and other goods, but some pieces were also made for ritualistic or funerary purposes. The craftsmanship of Djenné pottery is an important reflection of the region's long-standing artistic and cultural traditions.
Provenance: Galerie Majestic, Paris
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Experts in Ancient African Art
Translated by Google TranslateA Djenné terracotta vessel, Mali, brown to reddish patina, collected in the region of Mopti
A Djenné terracotta vessel refers to pottery originating from the region around the ancient city of Djenné, located in Mali, West Africa. Djenné is famous for its rich cultural heritage and the ancient Djenné-Djenno archaeological site, inhabited since around 250 BC. The area is renowned for its distinctive pottery traditions, especially its terracotta vessels.
Djenné terracotta pottery is typically handmade and features a range of shapes and sizes, from large storage jars to smaller ceremonial vessels. The pottery is often characterized by its smooth, reddish-brown surface and intricately moulded or sculpted details. The designs can include geometric patterns, human or animal motifs, and sometimes abstract forms. The artisans of Djenné use traditional hand-building techniques, such as coiling, and burnish the pottery for a smooth finish.
Historically, the terracotta vessels were used for practical purposes, such as storing water, grains, and other goods, but some pieces were also made for ritualistic or funerary purposes. The craftsmanship of Djenné pottery is an important reflection of the region's long-standing artistic and cultural traditions.
Provenance: Galerie Majestic, Paris
Seller's Story
Experts in Ancient African Art
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Era
1400-1900
No. of items
1
Title
Djenne terracota
Country of Origin
Mali
Material
Terracotta
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
32 cm
Width
17 cm
Depth
17 cm
Estimated period
1400-1450
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