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A Dogon Male Effigy Shrine Figure

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Description

This is a finely carved old wood sculpture of a male effigy with strong facial features from the Dogon peoples of Mali, West Africa. Carved from a single piece of dense and heavy wood with classic facial features and style. Figures like this appear on village shrines and act as a medium to the spirit world. This particular example has been in private collections since the early 1990's and shows weathering and wear consistent with field use as a ceremonial object. This statue measures 25 inches tall.

Condition

Fair, well weathered

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A Dogon Male Effigy Shrine Figure

Name: A Dogon Male Effigy Shrine Figure
SKU: 143951690
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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