A standing black iron figure, , with a long flat body, at its end two squigly arms and long thin head with cap. The farmer figure is carying a stick in his hand. Good condition with a nice aged patina.

Dogon iron ritual figure, in anthropomorphic form standing with one outstretched arm. Object with beautiful patina.

These cast figures and objects, despite their small size, express status, prestige and power. These cast metal figures and other objects exhibit the technical skill and artistry that Dogon blacksmiths brought to their work. Made by the complex traditional lost-wax process, these are all small enough to be cast solid. The Dogon used metal for their most important ritual objects as well as everyday objects, farming implements and weapons.

Provenance: former private collection from the Netherlands. Including custom made stand!

Object:

Ancestor Figure

Ethnic group:

Dogon

Country:

Mali

Material:

Iron

Period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

Yes


Dimensions:



17x10x8 cm

Weight:

300 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $100.00

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