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Bambara puppet figurine, African tribal art, circa 1950
$1,202.20
£905.49
€1,020
CA$1,657.88
A$1,862.55
CHF 973.19
MX$22,733.32
NOK 12,356.63
SEK 11,631.16
DKK 7,763.85
About the Item
TRIBAL ART
Large traditional puppet figurine with articulated arms. Polychrome hardwood resting on its steel base.
A favorite for this old puppet figurine from Mali dating from the 1950s. Featuring a helmet and a white beard, the captivating, almost hypnotic look of the doll invites you to a puppet show, the traditional Sogo B. The presence is singular, unique and charismatic. In hand-painted natural wood, it has some defects on the upper part (around the edge of the helmet) and micro cracks from drying. We note a few details such as the presence of the color red in the palms of the hands and the wearing of a watch on the right arm. The patina is just superb and gives the object all its authenticity and singularity.
Dimensions: H87 X D25 X L100 cm (arms unfolded)
- Dimensions:Height: 34.26 in (87 cm)Width: 39.38 in (100 cm)Depth: 9.85 in (25 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1950
- Condition:Minor losses. Minor structural damages.
- Seller Location:LYON, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU6519239020702
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