Medicinal box - Dogon - Mali

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Bronze medicinal box - Dogon – Mali

This bronze medicinal box draws inspiration from the art of the Dogon people, established mainly in the region of the Bandiagara Cliff in Mali. Recognized for the richness of their cultural and artistic heritage, the Dogon have developed remarkable craftsmanship through everyday objects, sculptures, and creations with strong symbolic value. Their artisanal production is distinguished by the balance of forms, the quality of execution, and attention to detail.

Made of bronze, this box presents an harmonious structure and carefully finished surfaces that highlight mastery of metalwork. Its balanced proportions and decorative details give it a remarkable visual presence. Formerly intended to store various preparations or precious substances, it today constitutes an expressive decorative piece that illustrates the richness of Dogon artistic inspiration. Functional and aesthetic at once, this work naturally fits into a art collection or an interior that favors a contemporary aesthetic.

Bronze medicinal box - Dogon – Mali

This bronze medicinal box draws inspiration from the art of the Dogon people, established mainly in the region of the Bandiagara Cliff in Mali. Recognized for the richness of their cultural and artistic heritage, the Dogon have developed remarkable craftsmanship through everyday objects, sculptures, and creations with strong symbolic value. Their artisanal production is distinguished by the balance of forms, the quality of execution, and attention to detail.

Made of bronze, this box presents an harmonious structure and carefully finished surfaces that highlight mastery of metalwork. Its balanced proportions and decorative details give it a remarkable visual presence. Formerly intended to store various preparations or precious substances, it today constitutes an expressive decorative piece that illustrates the richness of Dogon artistic inspiration. Functional and aesthetic at once, this work naturally fits into a art collection or an interior that favors a contemporary aesthetic.

Details

Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Dogon
Country of Origin
Mali
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Bronze
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Medicinal box
Height
32 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
12 cm
FranceVerified
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Objects sold
93.92%
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