Description: In the Southern part of Mali, located on a large plateau surrounded by the Bandiagara Cliffs, in the bend of the Niger River are the villages of some 250,000 Dogon. In the center of each village, bordered by a sacred field is the residence or Ginna of the most important person to the Dogon Chief, the Supreme Hogan. Chosen at an early age the Supreme Hogan is a direct descendant of the eldest of the four Dogon ancestor brothers. The Hogan performs a diverse array of political and social functions and is a master of trade and commerce. As sacred leader of the Lebe cult he oversees the important planting and harvesting ceremonial rituals. Hogan stools such as the one on display, though never used for sitting are theoretically regarded as the throne of the Hogan. Given the name Imago Mundi, the seat consists of two disks connected by five Nommo couples. At the center of the top disk, carved in relief is the sun and geometrical designs. On the sides of the top and bottom disks are three and two rows respectively of Herringbone like incisions. These carvings reflect the vibration of water, light and the serpent Lebe. It stands 10.5” high and has a 10” diameter. Please see all pictures. It does show age, and has some cracks in the wood. Visit my store for more Antique African Tribal Art 3 business days shipping and handling Thanks for looking
Price: 149.5 USD
Location: Bogart, Georgia
End Time: 2024-11-23T17:32:23.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Color: Natural
Original/Reproduction: Original
Material: Wood
Tribe: Dogon
Maker: Dogon People
