{"product_id":"dogon-lidded-vessel-with-horse-finial-african-bronze-handmade-in-mali-1","title":"Dogon Lidded Vessel with Horse Finial – African Bronze – Handmade in Mali","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"364\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" style=\"--targeted-action-anchor-block-start: 2.1999969482421875px; --targeted-action-anchor-inline-start: 0px; --targeted-action-anchor-inline-size: 721.816650390625px; --targeted-action-anchor-block-size: 21.600006103515625px;\"\u003eA distinctive contemporary lidded vessel inspired by the artistic traditions of the Dogon region of Mali.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"653\"\u003eThe rounded body is richly decorated with geometric, spiral and linear motifs, while the removable lid is crowned by an elongated horse figure. The contrast between the compact vessel and the sculptural animal finial gives the piece a particularly expressive and architectural character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"862\"\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. 17 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircumference: approx. 11 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: approx. 1000 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-060\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":54774775546194,"sku":"DGN-060","price":99.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1110\/6533\/4098\/files\/Museum-60-01.png?v=1789766859","url":"https:\/\/mydogon.com\/products\/dogon-lidded-vessel-with-horse-finial-african-bronze-handmade-in-mali-1","provider":"MyDogon.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}