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Vintage Bamana Marionette/ Puppet, African Art

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Vintage Bamana Marionette/ Puppet, African Art

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Carved wooden marionette figure with articulated arms and a well weathered textile adornment. Bamana peoples, Mali, Africa. The puppet measures 29 inches tall.

Condition

fair, well weathered

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Vintage Bamana Marionette/ Puppet, African Art

Name: Vintage Bamana Marionette/ Puppet, African Art
SKU: 71064583
Price: 90 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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