An ancient representation of a horseman. This horseman, with his two beautiful lateral braids, is a fine example of an ancient classical style, and was the upper part of a kind of large scepter often described in literature as a ritual cane. It was one of the regalia of a chief, and was planted in the ground beside him at assemblies such as those of the Kòmò society. Bambara, Mali 19th century or earlier Iron, with visible wear, very fine old oxidation and patina of use. H. 20.5 cm Provenance : - Evrard de Rouvre Collection, acquired in 1973 - Transmitted by descent