Mémoire d’Afrique — Ref. 285

Exceptional auction — rare anthropomorphic Dogon sculpture — Dogon, Mali — African tribal art — Ref. 285

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Description

Discover an exceptional piece, directly from the mystical traditions of the Dogon people of Mali. This unique statue, carved from old wood patinated by time, represents anthropomorphic figures climbing along a trunk, a fascinating evocation of spiritual ascent toward the world of the ancestors.
An ethnographic masterpiece.
Imbued with cosmogonic symbolism, this work illustrates the relationship between humans and the universe, a central theme in Dogon spirituality. The carved details and natural wear of the wood attest to its age and ritual use.
Estimated dating: late 19th to early 20th century.
Starting price: 1,000 euros.
A unique opportunity to acquire a major piece of Dogon African tribal art.

Technical details

Availability
Unavailable
Type of piece
Statue
Category
Statues
Ethnic group
Dogon
Country
Mali
Materials
wood
Dimensions
H 56 × W 14 × D 29 cm
Weight
1,25 kg
Estimated dating
second half 20th c.
Laboratory test
Not tested
Reference
285