# TELLEM, DOGON, MALI - Lot 122

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# TELLEM, DOGON, MALI - Lot 122
# TELLEM, DOGON, MALI Djennenké post made of hardwood (acacia) with a thick, grey, crusty patina resulting from numerous ritual libations and storage in the Bandiagara cliffs. It features two figures, one above the other, the upper one probably with arms raised to the sky. This position is also found on the Dogon Nommo, who are hermaphroditic water genies. In addition to its funerary function, this pole was also carried in procession during ceremonies dedicated to rain. 17th century or earlier H. 67 cm Visible erosion and missing parts
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