Dogon People, Mali: Carved wooden covered bowl with a large carved horse finial. Mid 20th century. The bowl and cover are incised with abstract decorations. The importance of horse and equestrian iconography to the Dogons indicates that this vessel may have served a ritual purpose.
Dimensions: 38H x 11W x11D (inches)
Provenance: From the private collection of a Massachusetts Gentleman.
Dimensions: 38H x 11W x11D (inches)
Provenance: From the private collection of a Massachusetts Gentleman.