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Description : Western Africa, Mali, Dogon people, ca. early 20th century CE. A standing, hand-carved wood figure of a man with his arms raised, a long beard and bald head, protruding belly button, and prominent phallus and testes. He is carved atop an ovoid pedestal. His facial features are simple, with an elongated nose and small mouth, the artist has also carved large ears. There are remains of black pigment over much of the surface. Size: 5.5 W x 23 H (14 cm x 58.4 cm) The Dogon are well known for their masks and wooden figurative art. A figure like this one may represent an ancestor, whose worship is a major component of Dogon religion. Provenance: Ex-Alan Davis collection, Santa Fe, NM All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #121697
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Estimate (low-high) : 1200 USD-1800 USD It's free to register now to view!

About the lot N° 119C
Title : Dogon Standing Wood Figure Of A Male
Size : 5.5 W x 23 H (14 cm x 58.4 cm)
Condition report : Patina on surface from handling. Small cracks/losses to wood from age.
Artemis Gallery, auctioneer, Louisville, CO It's free to register now to view!
Sale title : Ancient / Asian / Ethnographic Art
Sale date : 12 Apr 2017 It's free to register now to view!
Sale Reference : Live Sale

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