Dogon People, Mali: Seated group of eight hermaphroditic figures with alternating male and female attributes, carved with raised arms an upward stretched fingers, a gesture of praying for special gifts. The stool upon which they sit is supported is decorated with geometric designs, and held aloft by four additional Nomo figures. If the meaning of this grouping is a prayer for marital success, the figures supporting the stool may be interpreted as children. The dense-wood carving has both smooth patina and evidence of the dried encrustation of libations. Estimated age is late 19th Century.

Dimensions: 38H x 13W x 8D (inches)

Provenance: From the private collection of Massachusetts Gentlemen.

NOTE: Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot.

38H x 13W x 8D (inches)

Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot. Good condition with evidence of use and age.
Note: Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot.

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