#3763 Rare Old Wood Dogon /Marka tribe Figural Tellem Sculpture 35.5" H

This exceptional and rare piece from a private collection is a hand-sculpted Wood Dogon/Marka tribe figurative Tellem sculpture. It depicts a family of ancestors with a beautiful patina and faces adorned with gold metal studs. Measuring 35.5" H by 7.25" W by 7.25" D, this piece is truly stunning in person and a must-have for any collector. The depiction of a male and female couple is a recurring theme in Dogon art, symbolizing the importance of the relationship between genders for the continuity and vitality of life. This pairing also reflects the significance of the male-female duality in Dogon creation myths, as seen in the primordial ancestors known as the Nommos. Both figures exhibit the same hairstyle and a rich, aged patina.