Charming vintage Bozo Fish marionette / mask from Mali

This is a very finely carved wooden dance mask or puppet from the Bozo peoples of Mali, Africa. The fishermen of the BOZO tribe of Mali took a fish like this in their boat to perform a ceremonial ritu

This is a beautiful vintage Bozo peoples mask from Mali, Africa. Carved wooden mask in the form of a white fish with some painted designs. The mask itself measures 19 inches tall x 7 inches wide.

Contemporary carved wooden fish mask with bright green paint. Bozo peoples, Mali, Africa. A metal display stand can be included for an additional $34.00 The mask itself measures 18 x 7 inches.

A charming Vintage carved dense wood and painted mask in the image of a leopard with feline ears, spots and a nice smile. Bozo peoples, Mali, Africa. The mask measures 14 x 12 inches. A metal display

A charming carved wooden mask in the form of a yellow fish with fins and red tail. Bozo peoples, Mali, Africa. The mask measures 18 x 6 inches. A metal display stand can be included for an additional

Title: Mali Bozo puppet fish mask - Mali - African Art Tribal Art Description: Polychromy of African bozo art sculptures in Mali. Aquatic inspiration for the sculptures of African Bozo art Polychromy

7 Vintage Bozo/Bamanan Marionettes, Mali. Carved wood, paint, cloth, fiber. Largest size: 44.5'' x 5.75'' x 6'' (113 x 15 x 15 cm). Note: This is a NO RESERVE auction. Bidding on all lots will start a

7 Vintage Bozo/Bamanan Marionettes, Mali. Carved wood, paint, cloth, fiber. Ranging in size from: 37'' x 6'' x 8'' (94 x 15 x 20 cm) to 21'' x 5'' x 4'' (53 x 13 x 10 cm). Note: This is a NO RESERVE a

Group of 6 Vintage Bozo Tribe Marionettes, Mali (West Africa). Articulated, Carved wood, paint, cloth. 2 with display stands. Ranging in size from: 38'' x 10'' x 6.5'' (97 x 25 x 17 cm) to 31'' x 5''

3 Vintage Bozo/Bamanan Marionettes, Mali. Largest size: 34'' x 22.75'' x 9.75'' (86 x 58 x 25 cm). Note: This is a NO RESERVE auction. Bidding on all lots will start at $50.

6 Vintage Bozo/Bamanan Marionettes, Mali. Carved wood, paint, cloth, fiber. Ranging in size from: 43.25'' x 5.75'' x 19.5'' (110 x 15 x 50 cm) to 13.25'' x 14.75'' x 3.25'' (34 x 37 x 8 cm). Note: Thi

2 Vintage Bozo/Bamanan Marionettes, Mali. Largest size: 36.5'' x 12'' x 5.75'' (93 x 30 x 15 cm). Note: This is a NO RESERVE auction. Bidding on all lots will start at $50.

A very old and interesting carved wooden mask used in the Sogo Bo Dance performances along side of puppets and marionette masks. Bozo peoples, Mali, Africa. The mask measures 13.5 x 6.5 inches. A meta

A very large and intricate field used carved wooden Fish mask / marionette that was carried in parades and festivals known as the Sogo Ba masquerade. Masks such as these were used during performance o

A large carved heavy wooden mask with a highly exaggerated and elongated face with stylized features and painted designs. Bozo peoples, Mali, Africa. The mask measures 19 x 8 inches and is quite heavy

Large carved wooden head in the form of a Hyena with tall ears and movable retractable jaw. used by the Bozo peoples of Mali, West Africa in ritual dance and ceremonies. measures 24 x 16 inches. * The

A very large carved wooden fish with silver painted scales and black painted fins. Bozo peoples, Mali, Africa. A failry large example, this Fish sculpture measures 48 inches long. ** A metal display s

A very interesting carved wooden fish mask headdress from the Bozo peoples , Mali, Africa. Such masks are worn as costumes for festival and harvest ceremonies. The mask measures 33 inches long. A meta

A carved wooden marionette/ mask of an Antelope with long arched back spiral horns, and long snout with articulated lower jaw. The mask was painted yellow with black and red accents, and the remains o

A Large carved wooden feline helmet with painted designs and open work slots for the dancer to see through. The mask measures 16 x 11 inches and is a charming example. Bozo peoples, Mali, Africa. Prov

A Vintage to antique carved wooden articulated puppet of a female with elaborate coiffure and movable arms. Old textile dress with breasts exposed. Bambara / Bozo peoples, Mali, Africa. Measures 27 in

A tall carved wooden head and torso of a Rod Puppet , with elongated and exaggerated features , elaborate coiffure, glass eyes, and a well handled surface patina/ Bamana or Bozo peoples, Mali, Africa.

A colorful and charming marionette style headdress, actually worn in parade festivals and village celebrations, typically attached to a superstructure worn on the head. The sculpture measures 29.5 inc

African Bozo Mask, Mali. carved wood, animal hide, pigment. Size: 15'' x 5.5'' x 7'' (38 x 14 x 18 cm). Provenance: Ex Collection Prof. Gene R. Shreve, South Yarmouth, Massachusetts.