Dimitri André

Masks & Symbols from Southern & Central Africa

Large funerary pole of the Zaramo people. The hairstyle and the ancestor's style recall the Mwana Hiti fertility figurines/dolls characteristic of this people. 
Dense wood eroded by outdoor exposure of these funerary poles.

Dry patina of use.

Height 100.6 cm with the base; width 77 cm; depth 15 cm; Weight 9.2 kg.

Grand poteau funéraire de l'ethnie Zaramo. La coiffure et le style de l'ancêtre rappelle les statuettes/poupées de fécondité Mwana Hiti caractéristiques de ce peuple. 
Bois dense érodé du fait de l'exposition en plein air de ces poteaux funéraires.

Patine sèche d'usage.

Hauteur 100,6 cm avec le socle X largeur 77 cm X profondeur 15 cm, Poids 9,2 kg.


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Funerary post. - Zaramo. - Tanzania

Early 20th century - Wood - Fair condition

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