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A Vintage Sogo Bo Rod Puppet from the Bamana

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A Vintage Sogo Bo Rod Puppet from the Bamana

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A tall carved wooden head and torso of a Rod Puppet , with elongated and exaggerated features and a well handled surface patina/ Bamana or Bozo peoples, Mali, Africa. The figure does not balance will and measures 21 inches tall.

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fair, well handled

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A Vintage Sogo Bo Rod Puppet from the Bamana

Name: A Vintage Sogo Bo Rod Puppet from the Bamana
SKU: 84725828
Price: 165 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $400

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Starting Price $50

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