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Tellem Dogon statue arm raised
circa 1980 Mali
The very frequent gesture of raised arms is present in Soninke, Tellem and Dogon statuary art: it is interpreted as that of imploring forgiveness and/or calling for rain (death by sacrifice and rebirth) , two key moments in the creation myth; this androgynous character, mark of the identity of the nommo, geniuses at the origin of humanity,
Beautiful patina, very dense and heavy wood
This object comes from the estate of an old Ardèche family from lower Ardèche who gave several soldiers to France.
We have recovered it to make you enjoy its authenticity.
height: 50cm
width: 25cm
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Ref: TLDZ42KQK1
Condition | Very good |
Ethnic group | Dogon |
Style | Tribal Art (African Statues, Puppets, Dolls, Maternity of Tribal Art Style) |
Period | 20th century (African Statues, Puppets, Dolls, Maternity 20th century) |
Country of origin | Mali |
Width (cm) | 25 |
Height (cm) | 50 |
Shipping Time | Ready to ship in 1 Business Day |
Location | 07200, aubenas, France |
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