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THBVintage Carved Bambara Nyelini Female Figure
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About Auction
TimedJun 13, 2025 - Jun 29, 2025
The Bonn Discovery Auction brings you an intriguing mix of art, decor, and collectibles spanning the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries - any of which will enrich your life, satisfy your curiosity, and expand your horizons. This online only event will end June 29, 2025, with lots closing starting at 6p eastern time, and is conducted by Georgia licensed auctioneer Tony Bonn under Georgia state law and regulations. We have some very special items to sell, so please mark your lots, and bid early and bid often. Bonn Auctions tony@bonn.auction
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- Lot Description
A vintage carvbed Bambara nyelini female figure from African Mali used in female initiation rites. As our independent appraiser stated:"Carved from a single piece of wood, the female figure stands on a circular, four legged base, the elongated body with angular arms, and bangles, extending down to the sides with a rigid, upright posture, the head with angular headdress above simplified facial features, including recessed eyes and protruding nose, over a chest with prominent breasts, the surface showing signs of wear, cracking, and patina." Further information concerning the Bambara art"Nyelini figures represent an idealised femininity, fertility and beauty, and are used in initiation rights for young girls transitioning into adulthood. They symbolize strength, grace, and social responsibility, as well as embodying the ancestral mother spirit, guiding women in their roles as caregivers and members of the community." This carving dates to mid 20th C.
Dimensions (inches)
Height: 21Dimension
Height: 28.00 inWidth: 12.00 inDepth: 12.00 inDepth: 12.00 inWeight: 6.00 lbsCondition
Good / Very Good - age wear; patina losses
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