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Dogon Ancestral Plank Figure – Mali
Carved from a single block of wood, flat plank figures like this are not uncommon in Dogon art. The flat portion may extend the full length of the figure, or may end above the hips.The plank figure tapers to a point at the bottom, presumably because they lean against a wall or flat on the ground, as in altars dedicated to the deceased family members and binu, âimmortalâ ancestors revered by an entire clan. Figures in the form of planks have been found in the Tellem caves, which indicates that the motif may be quite old. However, some of the most full-volumed, naturalistic Dogon sculptures, stylistically opposed to the plank figures, also seem to be among the oldest, suggesting once again that style is not a useful factor in determining the age of a Dogon sculpture.
Made of 100% Wood.
Model is W 9 â H 80 and weight 1 kg.
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Weight | 1 kg |
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Dimensions | 9 × 80 cm |
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