Title

Dogon Culture of Arts from the central plateau region of Mali, in West Africa, South of the Niger bend, near the city of Bandiagara, and in Burkina Faso - (Kneeling Maternity Figure)

Creator

Prairie View A&M University

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Description

This kneeling Maternity figure is a carved abstract bombou-toro style and originates from the Dogon people of Mali. Dogon figures are predominantly associated with the ancestor cult. Carved for personal or family use, they commemorate the foundation of a community and are worshiped by the villagers.

Culture and Traditions

The Dogon are an ethnic group indigenous to the central plateau region of Mali, in West Africa, south of the Niger bend, near the city of Bandiagara, and in Burkina Faso.

Donation Details

Michael Wasserman donated in the year 2003.

Notes

The Appraised Amount is $15,000.00.

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, "Dogon Culture of Arts from the central plateau region of Mali, in West Africa, South of the Niger bend, near the city of Bandiagara, and in Burkina Faso - (Kneeling Maternity Figure)" (2022). African Sculptures and Masks. 47.
https://digitalcommons.pvamu.edu/african-sculptures-and-masks/47