Tellem figure - Dogon - Mali (No reserve price)

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Julien Gauthier
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With almost a decade of experience bridging science, museum curation, and traditional blacksmithing, Julien has developed a unique expertise in historical arms, armour, and African art.

Estimate  € 100 - € 150
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Description from the seller

Wooden Tellem figure from the Dogon tribe of Mali. The Tellem are known for their abstract images with outstretched arms. This was seen as a sign of a plea for rain. This is a particularly appealing image, with the typical outstretched arms in the air.
Good condition.

View the images for your own impression. In case of shipment, this lot will be carefully packed and shipped with track & trace.

Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Wooden Tellem figure from the Dogon tribe of Mali. The Tellem are known for their abstract images with outstretched arms. This was seen as a sign of a plea for rain. This is a particularly appealing image, with the typical outstretched arms in the air.
Good condition.

View the images for your own impression. In case of shipment, this lot will be carefully packed and shipped with track & trace.

Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Dogon
Country of Origin
Mali
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Tellem figure
Height
34 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
5 cm
Weight
330 g
The NetherlandsVerified
11280
Objects sold
100%
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