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African Mali Bambana Nyeleni Female Standing Sculpture

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African Mali Bambana Nyeleni Female Standing Sculpture

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Description

An African Mali Bamana Nyeleni female standing sculpture (19th / 20th Century) standing on fragmented block-like feet with slight bend at the knees; supporting a columnar torso with protruding navel and conical breasts, tubular neck supporting an oval shaped head with pursed lips and almond shaped eyes; beneath a crested coiffure terminating in two braids. Dark brown patina throughout. Measures 60 x 10 x 8.

Condition

Good condition. Minor damage to the end of one braid. Wear commensurate with age.

Dimensions

60 x 10 x 8 in

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African Mali Bambana Nyeleni Female Standing Sculpture

Name: African Mali Bambana Nyeleni Female Standing Sculpture
SKU: 90147159
Price: 100 USD
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