Statuette 'Maître d'Ogol' - Dogon - Mali

Statue - Dogon - Wood - Mali - 51 cm.

Dogon female statue in the style of the "Maître d'Ogol".
Slim figure, sagittal crest hairstyle extending into a dorsal braid.
Prominent navel, arms along the body, hands joined, legs semi-bent.
Relief-sculpted bracelets around the biceps.
The figure wears a large labret.
The functions of these statues are twofold, both funerary and therapeutic.
They were installed on terraces during funerals in wealthy families.
These statues are rare. This one shows signs of wear at several places.
It remains, however, in good condition.
It comes from the Sangha region.