Sogonikun - Chi Wara - Bambara - Mali (No reserve price)

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The Sogonikun is a 43 cm wooden Chi Wara from Mali, made by the Bambara people and originating from the Markala region.

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Description from the seller

Chi-wara - Wood - Bambara - Mali - 43 cm.

Original tywara with two heads and four horns.
They are connected to a quadruped by a diamond-shaped support decorated with geometric lines.
It comes from the Markala region.
It shows a strong symmetry along its full height.
Its patina is dark and brown.
Private collection.

Chi-wara - Wood - Bambara - Mali - 43 cm.

Original tywara with two heads and four horns.
They are connected to a quadruped by a diamond-shaped support decorated with geometric lines.
It comes from the Markala region.
It shows a strong symmetry along its full height.
Its patina is dark and brown.
Private collection.

Details

Indigenous object name
Chi Wara
Ethnic group/ culture
Bambara
Country of Origin
Mali
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Sogonikun
Height
43 cm
Sold by
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Objects sold
100%
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