Dogon Pendant Depicting a Seated Figure, Based

Upright figure with a pointed crest and crossed arms stands watch on a black base.

This iron pendant depicting a seated figure is Dogon, from Mali, West Africa, and dates to the 20th century. Iron work among the Dogon is traditionally the task of a hereditary group of smiths, whose forging and casting skills are widely respected. Slender cast figure with a tall crest on its head, wide eyes, and arms crossed over the front. The body is narrow, with long legs set on a tiny platform. The surface is brownish green with soft rubbing and dark patches. It is 2 inches wide, 2 deep and 3 high.

Neat posture, firm arms and a perfectly polite stare.