Julien Gauthier

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Horseman on horseback according to the Dogon typology. Hammer-forged in red-hot iron, these figures were part of the in ancestral offering regalia at the Bandiagara fault. The loss of an arm, which probably held a spear, is lamented.
Dimensions: 13.5 x 13.5 x 3.5 cm.

Jinete a caballo según la tipología Dogon. Forjado a martillo en hierro al rojo, estas figuras formaban parte del ajuar de ofrendas a los antepasados en la falla de Bandiagara. Lamentar la pérdida de un brazo que probablemente sostenía una lanza.
Medidas: 13,5 x 13,5 x 3.5 cm.

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Dogon - Mali

Late 19th century - Iron (wrought) - Fair condition

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Dogon horseman figure hammered iron in red heat from Mali, dating to the late 19th century, in a private collection, measuring 13.5 × 13.5 × 3.5 cm with acceptable condition and original authenticity.

Dogon - Mali

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Dogon horseman figure hammered iron in red heat from Mali, dating to the late 19th century, in a private collection, measuring 13.5 × 13.5 × 3.5 cm with acceptable condition and original authenticity.

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