A West African? bronzed figurative sculpture of an elongated female figure, likely produced in the lost-wax (cire perdue) casting tradition of the Dogon? or Senufo? peoples. The figure is depicted in a dynamic, forward-leaning pose, holding a long staff or tool that terminates in a bell-shaped vessel? or mortar?. She features traditional stylistic elements including a crested headdress, facial scarification markings, and a wrap-style garment. The casting exhibits a rough, porous texture characteristic of the manufacturing process, finished with a dark brown aged patina and significant areas of verdigris and golden-toned highlights where the base metal is exposed. Traces of a yellowish, earthy substance are embedded in the recessed areas of the casting. The figure stands upon an irregular, integral oval base.
Height: 12″.
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