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A Fantastic Bamana Sogo Bo Female Marionette

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A Fantastic Bamana Sogo Bo Female Marionette

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Carved wooden Female marionette with elaborate headdress , green glass eyes and attached hands. From the Bambara / Bamana peoples, Mali, Africa. Custom mounted to a wooden display stand. Measures 32 inches tall.

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Overall fair condition

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A Fantastic Bamana Sogo Bo Female Marionette

Name: A Fantastic Bamana Sogo Bo Female Marionette
SKU: 50499716
Price: 175 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $600

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Starting Price $100

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