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No. 81557455

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Puppet Marka, Bambara - Wood, Cauri shells, Metal - Second half 20th century
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€ 15
4 weeks ago

Puppet Marka, Bambara - Wood, Cauri shells, Metal - Second half 20th century

Julien Gauthier

Selected by Julien Gauthier

This is a Vintage Marka Figure Puppet from Mali. Marka are famous for their masks and puppets. This puppet is a ceremonial puppet and decorated with brass hammered metal and cowrie shells. A puppet like this is used in ceremonies related to the circumcision of adolescents and in theatrical performances. Like folktales and other theatrical forms, this puppet performance shows cultural and social values, as well as is used in a play that shows the relationship between two wives, a good and a bad wife and their husband. This is a wonderful puppet and would be a great addition to your collection. Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured. May as well be viewed and picked up at the Asian African Art Gallery in Vessem (NL). Welcome to bid our other items: https://auction.catawiki.com/lotsfrom/Huubio4

No. 81557455

Sold
Puppet Marka, Bambara - Wood, Cauri shells, Metal - Second half 20th century

Puppet Marka, Bambara - Wood, Cauri shells, Metal - Second half 20th century

This is a Vintage Marka Figure Puppet from Mali. Marka are famous for their masks and puppets. This puppet is a ceremonial puppet and decorated with brass hammered metal and cowrie shells. A puppet like this is used in ceremonies related to the circumcision of adolescents and in theatrical performances. Like folktales and other theatrical forms, this puppet performance shows cultural and social values, as well as is used in a play that shows the relationship between two wives, a good and a bad wife and their husband. This is a wonderful puppet and would be a great addition to your collection.

Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.
May as well be viewed and picked up at the Asian African Art Gallery in Vessem (NL).

Welcome to bid our other items:

https://auction.catawiki.com/lotsfrom/Huubio4

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