Bambara - Mali

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Wooden Bamana sculptural lock, also known as Ko, Konbalabala or Konbarabara, in the form of a lizard with a long tail, 78 cm high, 10 cm wide, 8 cm deep, origin Mali, Bambara culture, sold with stand, in excellent condition, from the Marshall & Caroline Mount Collection (acquired in the 1970s).

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Fine sculptural lock, also known as Ko, Konbalabala or Konbarabara in the Bamana language, in the form of a lizard with a long pointed tail, squared legs at the sides, and a pointed mouth. Engraved pattern around the body and along the tail. Dark brown variegated patina. Minor surface wear; cross lock gone.

Provenance:

Marshall & Caroline Mount Collection, NJ. Acquired in the 1970s.

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Experts in Ancient African Art
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Fine sculptural lock, also known as Ko, Konbalabala or Konbarabara in the Bamana language, in the form of a lizard with a long pointed tail, squared legs at the sides, and a pointed mouth. Engraved pattern around the body and along the tail. Dark brown variegated patina. Minor surface wear; cross lock gone.

Provenance:

Marshall & Caroline Mount Collection, NJ. Acquired in the 1970s.

Seller's Story

Experts in Ancient African Art
Translated by Google Translate

Details

No. of items
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Bambara
Country of Origin
Mali
Material
wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
78 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
8 cm
SpainVerified
282
Objects sold
100%
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