Dogon figures showing horses
and riders depict the prestige
and power surrounding an
animal that has been associated
with these qualities since it was
introduced into West Africa more
than a thousand years ago.
In Dogon society, horses were
generally considered a luxury
reserved for rich or powerful
people. Horses occur in Dogon
beliefs about the creation of the
world and the horse and rider
figures were seen as a symbol of a
mythological personage.
Large piece carved from wood. Missing left arm.
Height: 25" x Width: 5 ½" x Depth" 12 ¾"
