Lot no. 77
BAMANA, Mali.
Hardwood, dark patina, iron.
A "konbalabala" lock for a hut or sanctuary door, it consists of two parts arranged in a cross. The box features a stylised human figure. In addition to the quality of the carving on this lock, the very rich inlaid patina reveals engraved geometric motifs with apotropaic powers.
1st third of the 20th century.
Size: 28.5 x 29.5 cm.
Cracks.
Note: Literally, konbarabara means door protuberance.
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Pictures credits: Contact organization
African, American and Oceanic Art
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