Standing female figure "flanitokele" or "jo nyeleni"
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96th AuctionStanding female figure "flanitokele" or "jo nyeleni"
Mali, Malinke / Bamana
Provenance | Size | Starting price / estimated price |
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French Private Collection | H: 17.7 inch | This object is not available anymore. |
wood, black mass, base
The Malinke sculptural tradition is strongly influenced by the Bamana.
The depiction of twins is a common motif among both groups. The birth of twins is considered a great gift, as they are believed to be endowed with special powers. When a twin child dies, a "flanitokele" figure is carved.