A Dogon Nommo Shrine Sculpture

This is an interesting old wood sculpture of a female ancestor rendered in a highly stylized form, the hands pointed towards the heavens which is commonly known as a prayer for rain and a symbol of th

This is a carved wooden shrine sculpture of a Nommo ancestor shown praying for rain, from the Dogon peoples of Mali, West Africa. Carved from a single piece of wood with an overall stylized form and s

A tall carved wooden shrine sculpture of a Male ancestor with his hands raised into the air. This posture has usually been interpreted as a gesture of prayer—an effort to link earth and heavens—an

This is a carved wooden shrine sculpture of a Nommo ancestor male & female couple shown seated and praying for rain, from the Dogon peoples of Mali, West Africa. Carved from a single piece of wood wit

A carved wooden effigy with hands raised to the star sirius as is part of the traditional prayer for rain and a typical pose for Nommo Idols. This sculpture measures 12.25 inches tall on display stand

A set of two hand forged iron shrine sculptures from the Dogon of Mali, West Africa. Two figures made by the village blacksmith for use on a Nommo shrine. The figures shown kneeling and in prayer like

A Tall slender carved wooden shrine idol, likely a 19th century example or earlier. The sculpture is shown with hands to the air in an act of prayer to the star sirius, possibly for rain. There is a N

This is an interesting contemporary sculpture from the Dogon peoples, Mali, West Africa. A Wooden shrine figure representing 4 ancestors with arms raised to the heavens to pray to the star Sirius. The

Tall carved wooden female shrine figure with hands raised to the heavens in an act or prayer. Known locally as "Nommo" figures which refer to part of the Dogon creation myth. Dogon peoples, Mali, Afri

A carved wooden male effigy of Dyougou Serou, and is shown hiding his face in his hands in shame for his misdeed.This sculpture measures 15 inches tall or 16.5 inches tall on professional custom displ

A stunning sculpture of a group of ancestors carved from an incredibly heavy and dense wood with well weathered surface and some obvious decay. The wood is so hard that it must have taken some time to

This is a wooden sculpture of a Nommo couple, Dogon Peoples, Mali , West Africa.Carved wood with a well weathered surface. The figure represents Nommo ancestors teaching the Dogon peoples how to Pray

This is a vintage wooden sculpture from the Dogon peoples of Mali, West Africa. A highly stylized ancestral effigy featuring a female ancestor holding her hands to the heavens in a prayer for rain and

A Carved wooden shrine effigy in a highly stylized form with well weathered surface patina, large pointed head, traditional style ears and overall style, and surrounded by 6 small ancestor images.Such

A very old and decayed Dogon shrine sculpture with wonderful twisted form and a heavy organic substance applied to surface, many applications over a long period of time suggesting ritual use. The Stat

This is a very interesting old wooden effigy of a Male ancestor holding an offering bowl. This sculpture likely represents a Hogon or village medicine man / Priest.The Dogon peoples depend spiritually

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

This is a fascinating vintage wood sculpture from the Dogon peoples of Mali, West Africa. A highly stylized ancestral effigy featuring 2 Male and 2 female ancestors, all "bound" together in a circle.

A very old and weathered ancestor sculpture with encrusted areas on the surface indicating sacrificial matter and ritual use. Dogon peoples, Mali, West Africa. The Sculpture measures 10 inches tall on

Fantastic carved Dogon shrine figure of multiple ancestors all carved from a single heavy and dense wood. The ancestors look in every direction, representing the all knowing omnipotent spirits of thei

This is a very rare old wood sculpture from the Dogon peoples of Mali, West Africa. A Very proud Female Ancestor shown holding a staff, a symbol of rank among the tribe. Carved wood with a well weathe

Carved from an incredibly heavy and dense wood with almost cubistic features, traditional form and golden honey colored patina from handling. Dogon peoples, Mali, Africa. The figure measures 37 inches

A carved wooden double female effigy with weathered surface and signs of handling. This sculpture measures 12 inches tall. Well weathered and worn, suggesting possible use as a shrine object. Dogon pe

A Carved wooden female effigy with a most unusual four headed form, with burden vessel on top, each head supported by the false chin and stylized raffia collar, shown kneeling with a highly stylized f