Dogon - Vintage African Statue Mali

Ancient Dogon figure, Mali Weight: 660 g (with base) Height: 45 cm (without base) Length / depth: 9 cm Width: 7 cm · very old · on a hexagonal plinth · Hand-carved from one piece of wood · Signs of use, drying cracks · Patina of age Among the best ethnologically researched peoples in Africa are the Dogon, who have settled on the slopes and on the plains of a rocky plateau south of the Niger for centuries. The large number of their various statues originate from the diverse religious practices of this people. Many of her sculptures - as well as our typical piece - captivate with their abstract conception of form, which in this case corresponds to the regional style Bombu-Toru. This figure of a standing person, carved from hard wood, also has an archaic effect. The unusual abstract position of the arms symbolizes thoughtfulness, but also sadness. Acquired from a German museum. We ship insured worldwide. Thank you so much for visiting AfricaArtSpirit, your mystery portal to the best kept treasures of Africa. Explore all our collections at: https://www.ballwool.com/shop/africaartspirit Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions or wish to learn more about any of our pieces from our special art collection. Thank you so much!