#4023 Lg Old African Dogon Hand Carved Wood Horseman Mali 30" H

 Superb and rare hand-carved wooden  horseman from Mali. Measuring 30" in height and made from a single piece of wood, this sculpture showcases the unique blend of symbolism and aesthetics that is essential to Dogon art. Despite some minor wood loss due to age, this piece is in overall good condition and is a must-have for any collector. Depicting a horse and rider, this sculpture reflects the prestige and power associated with horses in Dogon society, tracing back to more than a thousand years ago when they were introduced to West Africa. In fact horses hold special meaning in Dogon mythology, representing the creation of the world and embodying important mythological beings such as NOMMO.