This iron fetish bird figure of early to mid 20th Century, is made by the Dogon tribe from Mali using the old lost-wax method and is in excellent condition. The fetish figure of a bird is believed to symbolize the 'hogon' or spiritual leader. 

Made of 100% Bronze

Model is W 45 – H 30 and weight 3.5 kg.

The “guardian Byer”, is characteristic of the Southern Fang style, in particular, the Meke-Betsi of the North and the North – West Gabon. The character in a sitting position, with its voluminous head and stocky appearance, holds in his hands the ceremonial flute So initiates, boys rite of passage among the Beti-Fang.

Made of 100% wood

Model is W 14 – H 51 and weight 2.3 kg.

This beautiful Bombou-Toro statue of a woman standing holding a child is hermaphrodite and originates from the Dogon tribe of Mali. It evokes stature and represents a maternity figure, ‘mother and child’ or original founding primordial beings who gave the Dogon birth, also referred to as Nummo. They were often objects of petitions or prayers for fertility and successful births.

Made of 100% wood.

Model is W 17 - H 71 and weight 4.1 kg.

This Dege ancestral male figure originates from the Dogon people of Mali. A man in a sitting position, with a very erect and dignified posture. He seems to a village leader. This type of art object with such a quality of achievement is rare, and perhaps the most interesting types of Dogon art, varied in form and rich imagery, they are also among the least well documented. 

Made of 100% wood

Model is W 12 H 55 and weight 2.1 kg.

A small stool carved in the rawest form, with a smooth, old usage patina on the seat, otherwise a slightly encrusted patina with some smooth glossy areas typical to the Dogon. The piece originates from the administrative districts of Bandiagara and Douentza, Mopti region, Dogon in Mali.  This is a great piece of Dogon art that would compliment any collection or home accent.

Made of 100% wood.

Model is W 19 - H 17 and weight 0.8 kg.

This ‘Gomintogo Mask’ originates from the Dogon people of Eastern Mali, and represent one of the 80 masks types of the tribe. The first mask was said to be originally carved by a farmer who killed the deer because it had devastated his fields. The farmer built an altar to shelter the spirit of the deer and prevent it to wanders and take revenge on the living people.

Made of 100% wood.

Model is W 10 – H 18 and weight 1.2 kg

This old Dogon 'Nommo sculpture' is female. Carved from hardwood in the strict, clear, angular and angular abstracted 'bombou-toro-style' and originally probably black-brown.This kind of wooden statue was commonly used as shrine figures, in order to ensure births and prosperity to the village.

Made of 100% wood.

Model is W 37 - H 9 and weight 0.8 kg.

This authentic carved wood mask, depicting an abstracted animal originates from Mali. Dogon masks, such as this one called kanaga, are worn primarily at dama, a collective funerary rite for Dogon men. The ritual’s goal is to ensure the safe passage of the spirits of the deceased to the world of the ancestors.

Made of 100% wood.

Model is W 36 – H 18 and weight 1.2 kg.

Carved Wood Figurative Latch Dogon box originating from Mali, located in the administrative districts of Bandiagara and Douentza, Mopti region. It Stands on Three legs with a Latch.

Made of 100% wood.

Model is W 63 – H 15 and weight 2.7 kg.

This  Ancestral Male Figure originates from the Dogon. A man sitting on a stool, with a very erect and dignified posture, holds in his hands some kind of tool. He wears a pectoral necklace. He seems to a village leader.

Made of 100% wood, pigments.

Model is W 73 - H 18 and weight 7.3 kg.

This rare, museum quality, authentic Amulet Bronze Equestrian ring with Horse Riding warrior (circa mid- late 1800s) originates from the Dogon tribe, a symbol of a material power, but also the instrument of warlike adventures. In a more metaphysical way, he dominates the mortal and spiritual world by displaying his physical and moral strength.

Made of 100% Brass / Bronze

Model is W 5 – H 3 and weight 0.02 kg.

This Dogon Nommo figure has been rendered in a simplified way, reducing it to its essential. It is elongated with emphasis on geometric forms. This is extremely versatile, although common stylistic characteristics – such as a tendency towards stylization – are apparent on the statues. The subjective impression is one of immobility with a mysterious sense of a solemn gravity and serene majesty, although conveying at the same time a latent movement. Their art deals with the myths whose complex ensemble regulates the life of the individual. The sculptures are preserved in innumerable sites of worship, personal or family altars, altars for rain, altars to protect hunters, in market. Thick patina made of blood and millet beer.

Made of 100% wood.

Model is W 37 - H 10 and weight 0.5 kg.

A unique hand-carved small stool originating from Mali, located in the administrative districts of Bandiagara and Douentza, Mopti region. Carved from a single piece of wood, with smooth, old usage patina on the seat, otherwise a slightly encrusted patina with some smooth glossy areas to the typical Dogon sculptures. This is a great piece of Dogon art that would compliment any collection or home accent.

Made of 100% wood.

Model is W 10 – H 21 and weight 2.7 kg.

This African Door Storage measures 18 inches tall and is hand-carved of wood. It originates from the Dogon tribe of of Mali and Burkina Faso. These doors protected the window like opening into each family's grain storage building so a small amount of food could be taken out.This amazing door would be fabulous in your home.

Made of 100% wood

Model is W 39 – H 30 and weight 1.5 kg.

This impressive male fetish figure originates from the Songye, in the southern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This particular piece features an horn one on top of the head, large open mouth with protruding tooth. On the back of the neck, there used to be a small compartment that was used to put to insert fetish material, called boanga. Typically the arms are along the body and hands are placed on each side of the abdomen. The fetish is firmly planted on his legs slightly bent forward and feet are carved on a thick cylindrical base that is eroded in some places. The patina is brown and light brown in places. Songye fetish figures vary in size from 4 to 60. The works of Songye craftsmen are often used within the secret societies during various ceremonies.

Made of 100% wood

Model is W 16 – H 73 and weight 3.5 kg.

This is a very unique Hand Carved Wood Figurative Latch Dogon Cabinet originating from Mali, located in the administrative districts of Bandiagara and Douentza, Mopti region. It Stands on Three legs with a Latch.

Made of 100% wood.

Model is W 45 – H 14 and weight 2 kg.

This zoomorphic Dogon Dege mask made of wood, with chestnut brown patina, simple but yet very harmonious, is an exceptional piece for your collection. It originates from Mali, located in the administrative districts of Bandiagara and Douentza, Mopti region.

Made of 100% wood.

Model is W 70 - H 26 and weight 4 kg.

These finely carved iron objects could have been carried by a ‘ritual thief’ for the complex funerary rituals so well known among the Dogon. It may have also been used by the blacksmith as an indication of his status among the Dogon. It originates from the Dogon who live at the base of the Bandiagara escarpment near the Niger River in Mali. 

Made of 100% Brass, Iron Alloy

Model is W 33 – H 5 and weight 0.1 kg.

This old-carved mask of light-coloured wood, originates from the Dogon people of Mali. Satimbe masks are surmounted by a female figure which represents the elder sister of the mask. It's a ceremony mask used during the annual harvest festival (called Bulu), celebrated in all the villages before the rainy season.

Made of 100% wood.

Model is W 28 – H 19 and weight 3 kg.

This zoomorphic deer mask is called ‘Gomintogo’. It originates from the Dogon people of Eastern Mali, and represent one of the 80 masks types of the tribe. The first mask was said to be originally carved by a farmer who killed the deer because it had devastated his fields. The farmer built an altar to shelter the spirit of the deer and prevent it to wanders and take revenge on the living people.

Made of 100% wood.

Model is W 24 – H 15 and weight 2.1 kg

This beautiful ‘Hare mask’ of the Dogon people of Eastern Mali, represents one of the approximately 80 mask types of the Dogon. The mask is white-primed and accentuated with white dots. They are worn in large numbers in funeral dances.

Made of 100% wood.

Model is W 21 – H 14 and weight 1.2 kg.

This Djenne bracelet made of bronze and terracotta dates as early as the 11th or 12th century. This type of bracelets such as this were highly prized in Western Africa from 1600-1900, and utilized not only as jewelry and Currency Trade Money, but also as portable wealth.

Made of 100% Brass / Bronze

Model is W 12– H 9 and weight 0.2 kg.

This Dogon carved wood sculpture is a hunter holding two wands. The sculpture reflects the artistry, power, and authority of the Dogon artistry. Wooden sculptures have a special meaning for the Dogon for they blend symbol and a powerful aesthetic in a very abstract image.

Made of 100% wood.

Model is W 23 – H 72 and weight 2 kg.

This anthropomorphic Dogon figure originates from Mali. The wooden pillars carried symbolic representations that were references to Dogon mythology, especially ancestors.

Made of 100% Wood, mineral pigments

Model is W 14 - H 61 and weight 2.4 kg.

This zoomorphic Dyodyomini Dogon mask made of Hard wood with a kaolin coating is an exceptional piece for your collection. It originates from Mali, located in the administrative districts of Bandiagara and Douentza, Mopti region.

Made of 100% wood.

Model is W 60 - H 12 and weight 2 kg.