Decorative ornament (3) - Mali - Dogon figures






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Three forged-iron Dogon figures from Mali, originating in the Bandiagara region and dating to 1850–1900, each about 10 cm high, 3 cm wide and 2 cm deep with a patina and arms raised, Provenance: Jean-Michel Huguenin, Paris.
Description from the seller
Exemplifies the classic Dogon style, depicting a figure with simplified features, arms raised in the air. This posture, borrowed from the Tellem, is a sign of connection with the afterlife where the deceased reside.
Dogon iron ritual figure, in anthropomorphic form standing with one outstretched arm. Object with beautiful patina.
Provenance: Jean-Michel Huguenin, Paris
Seller's Story
Exemplifies the classic Dogon style, depicting a figure with simplified features, arms raised in the air. This posture, borrowed from the Tellem, is a sign of connection with the afterlife where the deceased reside.
Dogon iron ritual figure, in anthropomorphic form standing with one outstretched arm. Object with beautiful patina.
Provenance: Jean-Michel Huguenin, Paris
