Cross - Dogon - Mali
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Rare Dogon Catholic wooden cross from Mali, dating to 1930–1940, in bon état with some wear due to age, provenance from a Belgian private collection, sold with a certificate of authenticity.
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Very rare Dogon Catholic wooden cross from Mali
Provenance: private Belgian collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
An extremely rare and hard-to-find piece
1 to 2% of the Malian population is Catholic
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.
Translated by Google TranslateVery rare Dogon Catholic wooden cross from Mali
Provenance: private Belgian collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
An extremely rare and hard-to-find piece
1 to 2% of the Malian population is Catholic
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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Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Mali
Ethnic group/culture
Dogon
Height
40 cm
Width
8 cm
Sold with stand
No
Depth
4 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1920-1930, 1930-1940
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