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Group of 3 West African Bobo Puppets

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Group of 3 West African Bobo Puppets, Burkina Faso/Mali, 20th c; carved wood, paint, fabrics. Largest Size: 40 '' x 9'' (102 x 23 cm).

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Group of 3 West African Bobo Puppets

Name: Group of 3 West African Bobo Puppets
SKU: 65913235
Price: 325 USD
Availability: InStock

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