This striking Dogon Nommo figure, in the Djennenke style, exhibits a weathered patina and a bold cubistic form, reflecting the artistic abstraction characteristic of Dogon sculpture. The figure features a breast and beard, traditional attributes intended to trick the gods into bringing rain, a central element in Dogon cosmology.
The raised arms gesture is highly significant: it symbolizes a connection between the human and spiritual realms, invoking divine forces and reflecting the Dogon reverence for ancestral spirits. Additionally, the combination of male and female attributes—the breast and beard—represents hermaphroditism, a concept in Dogon belief associated with the Nommo, the ancestral amphibious beings who embody fertility, cosmic balance, and regeneration.
Condition: Legs of the figure are missing, which is consistent with its ritual use and age.
A rare and evocative example of Dogon ritual artistry, perfect for collectors who appreciate both the spiritual symbolism and abstract geometry of West African sculpture.
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