Hermaphrodite figure
Dogon people, Mali, West Africa
Wood, encrustation
16 inches (40 cm)
Early 20th century

As translated from the French, “Representing a hermaphrodite figure standing, with a bearded face, the hairstyle falling to the back of the head, the arms and chest especially geometrical. Dogon statues evoke mythical ancestors. Maintained in sanctuaries, they are regularly honored to bring help and prosperity to the living.”

Ex. Galerie Didier Claes, Belgium, includes copy of 2013 certificate from Claes Gallery
Ex. Collection Pierre Vérité, France
Ex. Private French Collection
Ex. Private collection, Madison, WI.
#6001

$6000