{"product_id":"dogon-bronze-cup-with-sculptural-lid-african-bronze-handmade-in-mali","title":"Dogon Bronze Cup with Scorpion Lid – African Bronze – Handmade in Mali","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"218\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" style=\"--targeted-action-anchor-block-start: 2.20001220703125px; --targeted-action-anchor-inline-start: 0px; --targeted-action-anchor-inline-size: 726.433349609375px; --targeted-action-anchor-block-size: 21.600006103515625px;\"\u003eA distinctive contemporary bronze vessel inspired by the artistic traditions of the Dogon region of Mali.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"505\"\u003eThe rounded body is decorated with raised geometric and spiral motifs and fitted with two small side handles. The removable lid features a richly modelled sculptural element, giving the piece a strong three-dimensional presence and making it especially striking when viewed from above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"714\"\u003eThe object was crafted using the traditional lost-wax casting process. Variations in the surface, casting and patina are characteristic of artisan-made metalwork and give each piece its individual character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eORIGIN \u0026amp; ACQUISITION\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted in Mali and acquired locally during travel in West Africa.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContemporary decorative object — not an antique or archaeological artefact.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMATERIAL\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCast copper alloy, commonly referred to in the art trade as “African bronze”. Produced using the lost-wax casting process, with a naturally varied brown, copper and greenish patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDIMENSIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: approx. 14 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircumference: approx. 11 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: approx. 850 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCONDITION \u0026amp; INDIVIDUALITY\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade object with natural casting-related variations in texture, shape and patina. These characteristics are part of the individual appearance of the piece and are visible in the product photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will receive the exact piece shown in the photographs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePRODUCT DETAILS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct type: Decorative object\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Mali\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct ID: DGN-059\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePRODUCT SAFETY\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative object — not a toy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep out of reach of small children. This item is relatively heavy and contains pointed or protruding elements, including the spear. Place it securely on a stable surface and handle with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePRODUCT IDENTIFICATION \u0026amp; SAFETY INFORMATION\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMohamed Keita\u003cbr\u003ePlace de Sogolon, Bamako\u003cbr\u003eMali\u003cbr\u003eEmail: info@mydogon.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEU Responsible Person \/ Importer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMyDogon – Afrikanische Kunst und Design\u003cbr\u003eInh. Riccardo Lennart Niels Mayer\u003cbr\u003eDessauer Str. 33\u003cbr\u003e76139 Karlsruhe\u003cbr\u003eGermany\u003cbr\u003eEmail: info@mydogon.com\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54796778963282,"sku":"DGN-059","price":99.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1110\/6533\/4098\/files\/Museum-59-01.png?v=1790023984","url":"https:\/\/mydogon.com\/products\/dogon-bronze-cup-with-sculptural-lid-african-bronze-handmade-in-mali","provider":"MyDogon.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}