Details
ITEM NAME:
Bambara Jo Nyeleni
ITEM #:
2677
ETHNICITY:
Bamana (Bambara)
ORIGIN:
Mali
MEDIUM:
Wood
DIMENSIONS:
17 inches tall (43 cm)
CONDITION:
Good.
CATALOGUE NOTE:
This Bamana Jo Nyeleni figure is from Mali, most Bamana / Bambara statues and carvings are meant to represent the ideal feminine beauty. Jo Nyeleni figures were used by the Jo association of the Bamana / Bambara during fertility rituals or performances.
