Small kneeling figure · Mali, Dogon · ID: 3037126
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Description
wood, encrusted brown patina, remains of pigments, closed contour, min. dam., fine cracks, slight traces of abrasion;
the kneeling posture assumed by this figure is a common theme in Dogon art, especially in sculptures of women. Dogon women assume this kneeling pose at funerals, as a sign of their grief and of gratitude to the deceased for a productive life.