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African tribal art from Dogon
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Tribal Works

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Tribal Group: Dogon of Mali - West Africa,

Mask, wood, carved as a Walu, or antelope, for use in
the Walu funerary ceremonies. Deep set eyes in channels remind us of Dogon architecture. Speckled and pink paint decorates the face, ears and sides.

The Walu legend is fascinating of itself and commemorates both the passing Dogon tribe members but also an ancient story of the Walu's attempts to protect the sun.

What appears to be rabbit ears are actually intended to represent the upright horns of the Walu (antelope).

Size: 16.5" tall x 7" wide

Maker unknown

US$770

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