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Musicians w/Balafon, Dogon People, Mali
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Description
Dogon People, Mali: Balafon players, carved wood, heavily encrusted with the patina of libations. Early 20th century. The figures bear the features common to Dogon sculpture: Arrow-shaped noses; long necks; severely square shoulders; beards and traditional coiffures, head-wear and multiple arm bands, and hermaphroditic attributes. On their backs are stylized children.
Balafon musicians performed light entertainment in markets, at weddings and other events, and at schools. Their music is often accompanied by instructional, historic or amusing songs.
A comparable sculpture of balafon players is illustrated in AFRICA, ART OF A CONTINENT, by Prestel, page 510, plate 6.22.
Dimensions: 17H x 10W x 9.5D (inches)
Provenance: Private collection.
NOTE: Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot.
17H x 10W x 9.5D (inches)
From the private collection of Massachusetts Gentlemen. Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot.
Good condition with libation encrustation losses, wood cracks, scuffs and other signs of handling and age.
Note: Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot.
NOTE: If documentation is not listed, the lot is sold without documents.
Please refer to our Terms and Conditions prior to bidding. Color fidelity of photos presented is not guaranteed. Lack of a condition statement does not imply that a lot is perfect. Please examine photos, read descriptions, and contact the Gallery with any questions prior to bidding. All sales are final.
Balafon musicians performed light entertainment in markets, at weddings and other events, and at schools. Their music is often accompanied by instructional, historic or amusing songs.
A comparable sculpture of balafon players is illustrated in AFRICA, ART OF A CONTINENT, by Prestel, page 510, plate 6.22.
Dimensions: 17H x 10W x 9.5D (inches)
Provenance: Private collection.
NOTE: Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot.
17H x 10W x 9.5D (inches)
From the private collection of Massachusetts Gentlemen. Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot.
Good condition with libation encrustation losses, wood cracks, scuffs and other signs of handling and age.
Note: Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot.
NOTE: If documentation is not listed, the lot is sold without documents.
Please refer to our Terms and Conditions prior to bidding. Color fidelity of photos presented is not guaranteed. Lack of a condition statement does not imply that a lot is perfect. Please examine photos, read descriptions, and contact the Gallery with any questions prior to bidding. All sales are final.
Condition
Good condition with libation encrustation losses, wood cracks, scuffs and other signs of handling and age.
Note: Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot.
NOTE: If documentation is not listed, the lot is sold without documents.
Please refer to our Terms and Conditions prior to bidding. Color fidelity of photos presented is not guaranteed. Lack of a condition statement does not imply that a lot is perfect. Please examine photos, read descriptions, and contact the Gallery with any questions prior to bidding. All sales are final.
Note: Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot.
NOTE: If documentation is not listed, the lot is sold without documents.
Please refer to our Terms and Conditions prior to bidding. Color fidelity of photos presented is not guaranteed. Lack of a condition statement does not imply that a lot is perfect. Please examine photos, read descriptions, and contact the Gallery with any questions prior to bidding. All sales are final.
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Musicians w/Balafon, Dogon People, Mali
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