Malagasy Art: Aloalo Funerary Sculpture

Madagascar · 1980 · 100 FMG

This stamp from Madagascar features a traditional 'Aloalo', a carved wooden funerary post characteristic of the Mahafaly people. The intricate carvings often depict scenes from the deceased's life, zebu cattle, and geometric patterns, serving as a link between the living and the ancestors. The stamp is part of a series celebrating Malagasy art and cultural heritage.

Issued in 1980, this stamp highlights Madagascar's rich indigenous artistic traditions during a period of promoting national identity and culture following its independence.