antique 1800's carved wood Dogon tribe Mali African figural tellem sculpture

Description

Up for sale is an
authentic
antique 19th century hand carved figural Dogon tribe tellem sculpture from Mali Africa.
the raised armed couple are carved by hand with lovely stylized detailing and are depicted nude.
the piece has acquired a very desirable patina from age and displays wonderfully.
it was a genuine tribal used sculpture and is in lovely antique condition.
measures 18 inches long by 5 1/2 incnhews wide by 3 inches thick.
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