Sao Kotoko Putchu Gunadji Horse Rider - SOLD OUT
Horse and rider are frequently represented in African art. Especially in the north and west these animals are totemic and related to prestige, among the Sao. These small bronze figurines are called "Putchu Guinadji".
The horse is stylized, the rider wears the headdress of this region.
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Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- Mid XXth century
- Size
- 7 x 4,5 cm
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Brass
- Country
- Origin
- Tribal art collection Belgium
- Condition
- Excellent
Horse and rider are frequently represented in African art. Especially in the north and west these animals are totemic and related to prestige, among the Sao. These small bronze figurines are called "Putchu Guinadji".
The horse is stylized, the rider wears the headdress of this region.