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This extraordinary and massive Chiwara (antelope) sculpture has been carved from a single piece of wood. Historically, the Bambara people …
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This extraordinary and massive Chiwara (antelope) sculpture has been carved from a single piece of wood. Historically, the Bambara people of Mali used this piece in initiation rituals associated with their agricultural society. Dimensions: 56"W x 23.5"H x 10"D.
with amazing high relief details all over the sculpture .a must for any collection.
Chi wara—meaning “wild animal that works”—is a mythical creature that taught the Bamana people how to farm. The dramatic form of a chi wara headdress combines an antelope's head and neck with the low-slung body of an aardvark.
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- Dimensions
- 56ʺW × 10ʺD × 23.5ʺH
- Styles
- African
- Art Subjects
- Animals
- Period
- 1980s
- Country of Origin
- Mali
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- minor loss/good minor loss/good less
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