Bamana Dyonyeni Statue

The Dyonyeni female figures are thought to be associated with either the Dyo or the Kwore society of the Bamana in the country of Mali. This statue represents the Bamana ideal of feminine beauty. The blacksmith members of the Dyo society used them during dances to celebrate the end of their initiation ceremonies. They were handled, held by dancers and placed in the middle of the ceremonial circle.

The Bamana are known for eyeless figures but in this case an entire side of the face has been left uncarved. It is a mystery if this was intentional or not. Either way this oddity seems to magnify the beauty of this well used ceremonial piece.

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Dimensions: 29 inches tall x 7 1/2 inches wide x 7 inches deep.