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Superb Dogon horseman from Mali

Name: Superb Dogon horseman from Mali
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: MZJVXQFS6N
Price: 2800 EUR
Availability: InStock

By Gallery de Rochefort

2.800 €

Period 19th century

Style Tribal Art

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From: 17300, Rochefort, France

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Rider statues among the Dogon represent revered chiefs of old, who were the only ones to own a horse.
These statues attracted their protection for a village or a wealthy family.
This one has a rich, dark, dry, slightly crusty patina. The wood is worn, attesting to its age (probably late 19th or early 20th century).
The whole is harmonious, finely carved from a very hard, heavy wood.
The rider appears to be holding a weapon in his quiver.
The statue is in good overall condition, showing some wear and stains, but not missing. Height 58 cm.
Note its beautiful stylized, minimalist form, a superb work of art from my personal collection that fits in with any style, classic or very modern!

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Additional Information

Condition	As is
Ethnic group	Dogon
Style	Tribal Art (African Statues, Puppets, Dolls, Maternity of Tribal Art Style)
Period	19th century (African Statues, Puppets, Dolls, Maternity 19th century)
Country of origin	Mali