Bankoni statuette, Mali, 13th-15th century, terracotta, red ochre, African tribal art

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Bankoni statuette, Mali, 13th-15th century,
red ochre terracotta.
The statuette represents a seated female figure, her legs depicted in rounded … Read more Bankoni statuette, Mali, 13th-15th century,
red ochre terracotta.
The statuette represents a seated female figure, her legs depicted in rounded volumes, their thickness suggesting kneeling. The slender arms, detached from the body, extend into two schematically digitated hands adorned with imposing rings.
The round, flattened head is framed by crescent-shaped ears.
She seems to gaze upwards.
A refined decoration depicts a garment on the lower body and bracelets on the wrists and neck.

Height: 14.5 cm.
Provenance: European private collection.
Expert: Bruno Frey.
Excellent condition. See less