Old Dogon Nommo Ancestor Sculpture Holding Serpent
Similar Sale History
View More Items in Sculptures & CarvingsRelated Sculptures & Carvings
More Items in African Sculptures & Carvings
View MoreRecommended Art
View MoreItem Details
Description
This is a very rare and quite large old wooden sculpture from the Dogon peoples of Mali, West Africa. A highly stylized ancestral effigy featuring a tall male ancestor holding one hand to the heavens and the other holding a long twisted snake , that wraps around the torso and base of the figure. This image relates to the Nommo myth, the sculpture is well weathered and worn and has a weathered surface, note the eroded base.A very interesting and strong example of Dogon Arts. It has become quite difficult to find such objects in the Dogon region these days. The figure measures 33 inches tall. ( 35.25 inches tall on professional custom display stand.
Condition
Fair, well weathered, eroded base
Buyer's Premium
- 20% up to $1,000.00
- 20% up to $100,000.00
- 20% above $100,000.00
Old Dogon Nommo Ancestor Sculpture Holding Serpent
Estimate $800 - $1,500
5 bidders are watching this item.
Shipping & Pickup Options
Item located in BRIGANTINE, NJ, us$70 shipping in the US
Payment
TOP