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A Tall Bozo Maternity ( Mother & Child) Marionette

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A Tall Bozo Maternity ( Mother & Child) Marionette

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Description

A Tall carved wooden marionette danced in public parades by the Bozo peoples of Mali, Africa. The Puppet has movable arms held on by rubber straps and wooden sticks to manipulate the puppet. The entire piece on custom stand measures 40.5 inches tall. Provenance: A Private New Jersey collection.

Condition

Good, well handled

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A Tall Bozo Maternity ( Mother & Child) Marionette

Name: A Tall Bozo Maternity ( Mother & Child) Marionette
SKU: 155714605
Price: 450 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,500

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