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Statue representing a rider wearing a beard as a necklace (perhaps symbolizing the Hogon). He is seated on a slightly arched horse which gives movement to this sculpture.
Medium-heavy wood, erosion and losses, remains of crusty patina.
Height: 21 cm
Dogon people, Mali
Early 20th century
This statue was offered for sale on April 28, 2023 (lot 39) at Lombrail & Teucquam.
Provenance: Norbert Boutet Collection
Ref: H33RELF4EP