Cavalier Sao - Sao - Chad (No reserve price)

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Cavalier Sao from Chad, of Sao culture, crafted in metal with leather, measures 26 × 28 × 5 cm, dating to the late 20th century and authentic original.

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This piece represents a Sao rider fashioned in metal and adorned with leather, in the pure tradition of ancient African arts.

The rider, with a deliberately minimalist style, stands proudly atop his mount, embodying the power and prestige that the horse symbolized in Sahelian cultures.

The geometric and elongated forms recall the minimalist, symbolic aesthetics characteristic of the Sao civilization, while the rough textures of metal and leather evoke both artisanal authenticity and the patina of time.

The whole piece exudes an aura of strength, history, and spirituality.

This piece represents a Sao rider fashioned in metal and adorned with leather, in the pure tradition of ancient African arts.

The rider, with a deliberately minimalist style, stands proudly atop his mount, embodying the power and prestige that the horse symbolized in Sahelian cultures.

The geometric and elongated forms recall the minimalist, symbolic aesthetics characteristic of the Sao civilization, while the rough textures of metal and leather evoke both artisanal authenticity and the patina of time.

The whole piece exudes an aura of strength, history, and spirituality.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Sao
Country of Origin
Chad
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Metal, Leather
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Cavalier Sao
Height
28 cm
Width
26 cm
Depth
5 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
FranceVerified
14123
Objects sold
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