24th Jun, 2021 9:30
A Dogon standing hermaphrodite figure, Mali, with crested coiffure and dog tooth carving framing the face, the face of classical form with chip carved long beard, the slightly swollen body with pointed breasts, scarification marks and pronounced belly button, the elongated hands resting upon the knees, on a later square base, 53cm
The collection of Eric Mayes.
The collection of Eric Mayes.
Sold for £80
A Dogon standing hermaphrodite figure, Mali, with crested coiffure and dog tooth carving framing the face, the face of classical form with chip carved long beard, the slightly swollen body with pointed breasts, scarification marks and pronounced belly button, the elongated hands resting upon the knees, on a later square base, 53cm
ProvenanceThe collection of Eric Mayes.
