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BAMANA, Mali. Hard wood, brown patina. Important "Gwandusu" maternity statue exhibited during the annual "Jo" ceremonies. This large sculpture depicts a woman sitting on a stool, breastfeeding her child held in her arms. This lively sculpture depicts a proud woman of idealized beauty seated on a stool and breastfeeding her child in her arms. This representation affirms the primordial role of maternity in maintaining social cohesion and continuity within Bamana society. 1st third of the 20th century. Height: 153 cm. Erosions and small accidents.

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BAMANA, Mali. Hard wood, brown patina. Important "Gwandusu" maternity statue exhibited during the annual "Jo" ceremonies. This large sculpture depicts a woman sitting on a stool, breastfeeding her child held in her arms. This lively sculpture depicts a proud woman of idealized beauty seated on a stool and breastfeeding her child in her arms. This representation affirms the primordial role of maternity in maintaining social cohesion and continuity within Bamana society. 1st third of the 20th century. Height: 153 cm. Erosions and small accidents.

Estimate 1 500 - 2 500 EUR

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For sale on Monday 09 Sep : 14:00 (CEST)
blois, France
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