Title

BAMBA Culture of Arts from western belt of the Niger River and northern parts of Mali - ("Hermaphroditc" Equestrian Figure)

Creator

Prairie View A&M University

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Description

The equestrian figure became an image of power, human mastery over nature, and success in war and hunting. The horse rider stands in juxtaposition with another prominent theme in the art in the Dogon or Tellem culture.

Culture and Traditions

The Dogon are an ethnic group located mainly in the districts of Bandiagara and Douentza in Mali, West Africa.

Donation Details

Michael Wasserman donated in the year 2003.

Notes

The Appraised Amount is $40,000.00.

Date of Digitization

7/11/2022

Contributing Institution

J. B . Coleman Library

Rights

© 2021 Prairie View A & M University

Recommended Citation

Prairie View A&M University, "BAMBA Culture of Arts from western belt of the Niger River and northern parts of Mali - ("Hermaphroditc" Equestrian Figure)" (2022). African Sculptures and Masks. 44.
https://digitalcommons.pvamu.edu/african-sculptures-and-masks/44