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THREE MOSSI TRIBE BURKINA FASO WOODEN DOLLS, Early-to-mid 20th century . - Tallest statue, H: 9".

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THREE MOSSI TRIBE BURKINA FASO WOODEN DOLLS, Early-to-mid 20th century . - Tallest statue, H: 9".

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THREE MOSSI TRIBE BURKINA FASO WOODEN DOLLS, Early-to-mid 20th century. Patinated wooden Dolls "Raogo-Biga" Mossi tribe in Burkina Faso, Upper Volta. Carved female covered with leather sewn together down front midline of statues; ). There is sign of usage and handling. - Tallest statue, H: 9".

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THREE MOSSI TRIBE BURKINA FASO WOODEN DOLLS, Early-to-mid 20th century . - Tallest statue, H: 9".

Name: THREE MOSSI TRIBE BURKINA FASO WOODEN DOLLS, Early-to-mid 20th century . - Tallest statue, H: 9\".
SKU: 151297551
Price: 400 USD
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