Headrest - Wood

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Dimitri André
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

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Wooden Dogon or Telem neck rest from Mali, dating to ca. 1900–1920, 17 cm high, 8 cm wide, 28 cm deep, in good condition with age-related wear and stains; provenance: Belgian private collection; sold with certificate of authenticity.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful and rare Dogon or Telem wooden neck rest carved in wood
Provenance: Private Belgian collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity

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 and rare Dogon or Telem wooden neck rest carved in wood
Provenance: Private Belgian collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity

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
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Mali
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
17 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
28 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910, 1910-1920
BelgiumVerified
8393
Objects sold
98.69%
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