Tellem Dogon bronze showcasing the skilled craftsmanship of

showcasing the skilled craftsmanship of the Gouro people

The Bacongo people historically utilized nkisi to address challenges such as illness

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it is both visually stunning and rich in cultural significance

such stools were used by elders or important community members during ceremonies and gatherings

Tellem Dogon bronze showcasing the skilled craftsmanship ofA Dogon figure standing with arms raised to the heavens in a "Tellem" position. This standing figure portrays Tellem, ancient spirits that the Dogon venerate to bring rain to their dry land. The standing position of the figures with their arms upraised are said to be acting as intermediaries to deities for rain. These figures are modeled after much older figures found in the caves, where the Dogon buried their dead. The figure may represent an