Sculpture fali (26 cm) - Fali doll - forgive - Nigeria (No reserve price)

The Fali doll sculpture from Nigeria is characteristic of the Fali people's rich artistic traditions found in the Mandara Mountains region. These sculptures often serve spiritual or ritualistic functions, believed to embody protective or forgiving qualities, reflecting the social customs and cosmology of the Fali. Carved typically from wood and sometimes adorned with raffia or other materials, they portray human figures with stylized features and symbolic detailing. These dolls or figures play roles in initiation rites, fertility rituals, or social ceremonies, illustrating the intricate relationship between art, spirituality, and daily life. Their presence offers insight into the Fali's cultural identity and the broader artistic heritage of Nigeria's diverse ethnic groups.