Dogon Standing Male Figure

Arms thrust skyward, forming an arch over a face that looks calm about it.

This standing male figure in iron is Dogon, from Mali, West Africa, and dates to the 20th century. The Dogon of Mali are known for their sculpture, and iron figures forged by blacksmiths are generally linked to the smith's respected place in society. Slim standing figure with both arms raised straight up, joined in a pointed loop above the head. A slender, ridged face and a banded neck sit above the body. The surface is glossy coppery brown on a small round base. It is 1 inches wide, 1 deep and 5 high.

Reaching for the ceiling with unshakable calm.