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Old Eroded Dogon maternity sculpture African Art.

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Old Eroded Dogon maternity sculpture African Art.

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Description

This is a rare old maternity sculpture of a Mother and her two children, from the Dogon peoples of Mali, West Africa. This figure features a mother carrying a burden on her head, the vessel is filled with grains, which have been carved out individually. her hand raised to balance toe vessel on her head, her coiffure is carved in relief and extends down her back. She has a child wrapped in a textile around her waist and another at her side. This sculpture is very well weathered and worn, showing actual age and exposure to the elements. measures 18 inches tall.

Condition

Very well weathered and dry wood, appears to be in solid / fair condition.

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Old Eroded Dogon maternity sculpture African Art.

Name: Old Eroded Dogon maternity sculpture African Art.
SKU: 51340709
Price: 300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $600

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