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Large Bamana Marionette Figure of Charming Police Man, African Figure

$980
£744
€850.98
CA$1,369.20
A$1,522.85
CHF 795.19
MX$18,531.48
NOK 10,155.74
SEK 9,524.29
DKK 6,351.16
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About the Item

Large Bamana marionette figure of a charming police man. African figure retains original paint, amazing patina, also retains original fabric wrap. (outfit).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 48 in (121.92 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Buffalo, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU106245767253

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