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Kneeling female statuette carrying a vessel — Bambara, Mali — African tribal art — Ref. 82

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Description

This small bronze or brass statuette represents a kneeling woman holding a ritual bowl in front of her. Although the features recall Bambara statuary from Mali, several elements suggest Senufo influence, notably the crest hairstyle rounded toward the back, frequent among Senufo female figures. The face shows marked stylisation with almond-shaped eyes, a protruding mouth and a slender nose. The kneeling posture, the elongated neck and the outstretched arms holding the vessel evoke objects linked to domestic or divinatory cults.

Technical details

Availability
Unavailable
Type of piece
Statuette
Category
Statues
Ethnic group
Bambara
Country
Mali
Materials
Laiton
Dimensions
H 23 × W 4 × D 6 cm
Weight
1 kg
Estimated dating
second half 20th c.
Laboratory test
Not tested
Reference
82