Figurine - Dogon amulet - Wood

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Description from the seller

Dogon people’s deep connection to their ancestral heritage and spiritual beliefs. They often represent ancestral spirits, mythological beings or revered ancestors, and serve as powerful conduits between the earthly and spiritual worlds in Dogon cosmology. Whether displayed as cultural artefacts, venerated as sacred objects or admired for their artistic beauty, Dogon miniature figures offer a captivating window into the rich cultural heritage and spiritual traditions of the Dogon people of Mali.

Provenance: old spanish Collection

Seller's Story

Experts in Ancient African Art
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Dogon people’s deep connection to their ancestral heritage and spiritual beliefs. They often represent ancestral spirits, mythological beings or revered ancestors, and serve as powerful conduits between the earthly and spiritual worlds in Dogon cosmology. Whether displayed as cultural artefacts, venerated as sacred objects or admired for their artistic beauty, Dogon miniature figures offer a captivating window into the rich cultural heritage and spiritual traditions of the Dogon people of Mali.

Provenance: old spanish Collection

Seller's Story

Experts in Ancient African Art
Translated by Google Translate

Details

Era
1400-1900
Number of objects
1
Title
Dogon amulet
Country of origin
Mali
Material
Wood
Ethnic group/culture
Dogon
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
8 cm
Width
2 cm
Depth
2 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
SpainVerified
319
Objects sold
100%
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