Set of three Dogon bronze statues - Mali - horseman, camel and standing figure

Description

Unique set of three authentic Dogon bronzes from Mali, with powerful expression and beautifully weathered patina.

Each sculpture tells its own story: a proud rider on horseback, a traveller on a camel and a dignified standing man, all crafted using the age-old lost wax method (cire perdue). No two pieces are identical - these sculptures are literally unique.

Origin & meaning
Made by the Dogon from Mali, a people known for their deep spiritual traditions and refined bronze art. The statues symbolise status, protection and connection between humans, animals and ancestors. Their stylised forms and ritual significance make them popular collectibles in both museum and private collections.

Dimensions & condition
- Rider on horse: 8 × 8 × 2 cm
- Standing man: 12.5 × 3 × 2.5 cm
- Man on camel: 11 × 11 × 2.5 cm
Material: bronze with natural patina, traces of age and use.
Provenance: De Zwaan auction house (2023), from artist's collection Erwin de Vries, via inheritance to the current owner.