#1166 African Art Primitive Old Maternity Statue Bambara Bamana Mali - 14"h On Stand

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An authentic Bambara maternity figure from Mali, this carved wooden sculpture embodies the aesthetic and spiritual traditions of West African art. Depicting a seated mother cradling an infant at her breast, the work served ceremonial functions within fertility rituals central to Bambara cultural practice. The sculpture's patina—marked by age cracks, surface erosion, and minor losses—testifies to its considerable antiquity, estimated at over fifty years. These weathering characteristics authenticate the piece's provenance and historical significance.  Presented on an acrylic stand, this singular work  Dimensions: 14" H × 4" W × 4" D.