Wooden mask - Dogon - Mali
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Masque en bois, an original Dogon wooden mask from Mali, with dimensions 55 cm high, 18 cm wide and 12 cm deep, in good condition and sold without a stand.
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Dogon Wooden Mask – Mali
This wooden mask is a work from the Dogon people of Mali, renowned for the richness of its sculptural traditions and the symbolic depth of its art.
Dogon masks play a vital role in ritual ceremonies, notably during the funerary dances of the dama, intended to accompany the souls of the deceased and restore the community's spiritual balance.
Carved with stylized forms, this mask reflects the Dogon cosmology, where each detail has a particular meaning linked to ancestors, natural forces, and traditions handed down from generation to generation.
This piece testifies to the craftsmanship of Dogon sculptors and the importance of wood as a medium of artistic expression in West Africa.
With its symbolic character and distinctive aesthetics, this mask represents a major cultural heritage that continues to fascinate collectors.
It also fits into a contemporary collecting environment, where ancient works engage with present spaces while preserving their history and cultural value.
Dogon Wooden Mask – Mali
This wooden mask is a work from the Dogon people of Mali, renowned for the richness of its sculptural traditions and the symbolic depth of its art.
Dogon masks play a vital role in ritual ceremonies, notably during the funerary dances of the dama, intended to accompany the souls of the deceased and restore the community's spiritual balance.
Carved with stylized forms, this mask reflects the Dogon cosmology, where each detail has a particular meaning linked to ancestors, natural forces, and traditions handed down from generation to generation.
This piece testifies to the craftsmanship of Dogon sculptors and the importance of wood as a medium of artistic expression in West Africa.
With its symbolic character and distinctive aesthetics, this mask represents a major cultural heritage that continues to fascinate collectors.
It also fits into a contemporary collecting environment, where ancient works engage with present spaces while preserving their history and cultural value.
Details
Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Dogon
Country of Origin
Mali
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Wooden mask
Height
55 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
12 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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