Figure - Bamabara - Mali

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A wooden Bamana horseman statuette from Mali, dating to 1930–1940, in good condition with signs of age, 30 cm high, 10 cm wide and 20 cm deep, sold with a custom wooden stand and provenance from a Belgian private collection, accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful Bambara wooden rider statuette.
Provenance: Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity.
Sold with a custom-made wooden base.

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Very beautiful Bambara wooden rider statuette.
Provenance: Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity.
Sold with a custom-made wooden base.

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Mali
Material
Wood
Ethnic group/ culture
Bamabara
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
30 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
20 cm
Estimated Period
1920-1930, 1930-1940
BelgiumVerified
8299
Objects sold
98%
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