Invite the artistry and spiritual heritage of the Dogon people of Mali into your home with this captivating miniature bronze figure. Standing at 5 inches tall, this sculpture captures the essence of Dogon style with its elongated form, simplified features, and depiction of a figure holding a staff. The aged bronze, with its rich patina, speaks to the traditional lost-wax casting process used in its creation and hints at its historical significance. Dogon figures like this served as intermediaries between the human and spirit worlds, adding a touch of ancient mystery and cultural depth to any space. Display this piece as a unique accent on a shelf, desk, or within a curated collection to spark conversation and evoke a sense of timeless artistry
- *Era: Antique
- *Material: Bronze
- *Size: 2”(L) x 2”(D) x 5”(H)
- *Color: Bronze
- *Condition: Shows wear consistent with age & use, blemishes and imperfections will be present. These are not to be considered defects but rather part of its character & historical value.
Found in Mali
- **Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio.
Specifications
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Material: Cast bronze (lost-wax)
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Dimensions: 2” L x 2” D x 5” H
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Origin: Antique; Dogon spiritual tradition (Mali, West Africa — ancestral intermediary figure); cast bronze, Mali
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Era: Antique
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Condition: Wear consistent with age and use; rich aged bronze patina; blemishes and imperfections present
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Special Detail: Elongated Dogon-style form; figure holding staff; lost-wax casting technique; ancestral spiritual significance; Mali, West Africa