Cross - Dogon - Mali (No reserve price)
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Selected by Dimitri André
Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.
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Rare Dogon wooden Catholic cross from Mali, provenance Belgian private collection, 40 cm high, 8 cm wide, 4 cm deep, dating to 1930–1940, in good condition with age-related wear and stains, sold with an authenticity certificate.
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Description from the seller
Very rare Dogon wooden Catholic cross from Mali
Provenance: Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Extremely rare and hard-to-find piece
1–2% of the Malian population is Catholic
Delivery from August 9
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 wooden Catholic cross from Mali
Provenance: Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Extremely rare and hard-to-find piece
1–2% of the Malian population is Catholic
Delivery from August 9
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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