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Ethnographic work of art by Bambara people; The Ch-wara headcrest is a symbol spring, rebirth and an excellent harvest. A …
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Ethnographic work of art by Bambara people; The Ch-wara headcrest is a symbol spring, rebirth and an excellent harvest. A chimera representing a combination of Antelope, Aardvark and Pangolin, the Chi-Wara headcrest is a beautifully sculptural object. From the 1920's 30s, this pairs geometric rhythm suggest the art deco influence of early modernity. Both headcrests are stably set into metal pedestals, one in steel and the other in solid bronze.
Bronze Base: 46" x 10.5" x 4"
Steel Base: 39" x 12" x 4"
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- Dimensions
- 4ʺW × 10.5ʺD × 46ʺH
- Period
- 1930s
- 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
- These are in excellent original condition and finish with no breaks / repairs. The bases were added sometimes in the … moreThese are in excellent original condition and finish with no breaks / repairs. The bases were added sometimes in the 50s. One is steel the other cast bronze. less
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