Abstract Bamana/Bambara Chiwara Carved Wood Figure Headdress from Mali - 22.75" H X 7.25" D X 2.75" W

Bamana/Bambara dancers originally used these Chiwara headpieces during ceremonies which occurred during pre-planting and harvesting months to portray humanized antelopes. This contemporary one depicts a male antelope with two curved horns and a representation of an aardvark. It has an amazing dark brown patina, rests on a new acrylic base, and is a classic example of the Southern Bamana abstract style.

African sculpture such as this will stand out while complementing any décor taste from Mid-Century, Boho, Organic-Inspired, Japandi... to Wabi Sabi or Coastal Modern Design.    

Place of Origin: Mali

Date of Manufacture: late-20th Century

Condition: Very Good

Wear: Consistent with age and use. Repair has been made to right antelope horn and is virtually undetectable. Please refer to pictures.

Dimensions:

Figure: 21.75 in. H X 2.75 in. W X 7.25 in. D

Base: 5 in. L X 4 in. W X 1 in. H

Total: 22.75 in. H

Reference: 

The Met

Penn Museum

Cincinnati Art Museum

Birmingham Museum of Art

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures at the University of Illinois

University of Missouri Museum of Art & Archaeology

Maxwell Museum of Anthropology at the University of New Mexico

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