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Senoufo bronze female ancestor statue from Mali, an unused bronze sculpture of a female ancestor, 33 cm high and 11 cm wide, dated to 1550–1600.
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Senoufo statue Bronze female ancestor figurine -
Magnificent
The artistic expressiveness of the Sénoufo Mali
Presented in the grandeur of bronze, we reveal to you a splendid handcrafted statue depicting a female ancestor.
Hailing from the heart of West Africa, precisely Mali, this piece pays homage to ancestral African art.
The sculptor's talent unfolds in every detail of the figurine, demonstrating the undeniable quality of these works of art from the Senoufo people.
The essence of the Senoufo people in a statue
Symbolizing the woman, considered the nurturing land, this figurine of a female ancestor embodies the spirituality of the Senoufo.
In the case of Senoufo statuary, each ritual object has a precise function and meaning.
Beyond their decorative aspect, these sculptures serve as intermediaries with the spiritual world.
They are used during initiation ceremonies, rain chants, and the protection of granaries.
A rich artistic heritage
The statue, measuring 33 cm in height (11 cm)
is crafted in bronze.
Bronze, a noble material, is often reserved for the representation of ancestors in Senoufo African art
It requires a particular know-how, that of the blacksmith, a figure of paramount importance in Senoufo society
A jewel of ethno-contemporary decoration
This magnificent piece will integrate with a beautiful patina, a magnificent statue.
Senoufo statue Bronze female ancestor figurine -
Magnificent
The artistic expressiveness of the Sénoufo Mali
Presented in the grandeur of bronze, we reveal to you a splendid handcrafted statue depicting a female ancestor.
Hailing from the heart of West Africa, precisely Mali, this piece pays homage to ancestral African art.
The sculptor's talent unfolds in every detail of the figurine, demonstrating the undeniable quality of these works of art from the Senoufo people.
The essence of the Senoufo people in a statue
Symbolizing the woman, considered the nurturing land, this figurine of a female ancestor embodies the spirituality of the Senoufo.
In the case of Senoufo statuary, each ritual object has a precise function and meaning.
Beyond their decorative aspect, these sculptures serve as intermediaries with the spiritual world.
They are used during initiation ceremonies, rain chants, and the protection of granaries.
A rich artistic heritage
The statue, measuring 33 cm in height (11 cm)
is crafted in bronze.
Bronze, a noble material, is often reserved for the representation of ancestors in Senoufo African art
It requires a particular know-how, that of the blacksmith, a figure of paramount importance in Senoufo society
A jewel of ethno-contemporary decoration
This magnificent piece will integrate with a beautiful patina, a magnificent statue.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Material
Bronze
Country of origin
Mali
Condition
As new - unused
Height
33 cm
Width
11 cm
Estimated period
1550-1600
