The Dogon of Mali is a fascinating and mystifying people. They share an ancient and rich history filled with legends of the birth of their people and other fabled occurrences. The Dogon have stylized important ancestral figures and created unique symbols which focus on their beliefs giving life to such historical events. Some scientists believe that their astronomical knowledge, numerical system and cognitive though far exceeded what was thought possible of people living in ancient times. Others are giving credit to the Dogon as being the forefathers of Egyptian hieroglyphics based. At present we are still far from appreciating the secret wealth of their hidden knowledge. Artistically they are famous for massive granary doors, towering wooden ladders and numerous ceremonial masks. The Dogon people ever prideful of their important past have transferred such ancestral figures and symbols onto large bronze pendants that are worn daily. The pendants below are older hand crafted selections. Please click photo for enlargement! See individual pieces and order button below. When OFFLINE click button to leave a message!
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| The raised Dogon female ancestor figure is framed by the legendary snake like "Lebe." The queen so to speak is found on most granary doors postioned on the top of the door lock next to the king. Lebe is the Earth God and is concerned with agriculture and life force. Please click photo for enlargement! Sold. Dimensions: 2 5/8 inches long x 1 1/2 inches wide. The charac |
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| A beautiful older arrow head shaped pendant fully adorned with a Dogon star motif. Please click photo for enlargement! Dimensions: 3 1/4 inches long x 1 5/8 inches from the widest point. |
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| An older horse shoe shaped pendant filled with the ancient Dogon spiral motif. Sold Please click photo for enlargement! Dimensions: |
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| A Dogon Hogan figure stands in front (notice the tiny feet at the bottom) holding the spiral symbol of Lebe. The Hogan performs a diverse array of political and social functions and is a master of trade and commerce. As sacred leader of the Lebe cult. Please click photo for enlargement! Dimensions: 3 inches long x 1 3/4 inches wide |
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| A raised scorpion and lizard both well detailed are portrayed on a triangular field. This is is a well designed piece. Please click photo for enlargement! Dimensions: 3 inches long x 2 1/2 inches wide. |
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| Side "E"Please click photo for enlargement! |
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| A sitting Dogon Chief surrounded by the serpent Lebe that is encircled by elaborate Dogon motifs. Please click photo for enlargement! Dimensions: 2 1/2 inch diameter |
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