Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami

Marionette

Artist/Maker Bamana people (Mali)

Date20th century

Mediumwood, paint and cotton

DimensionsOverall: 14 7/8 x 12 x 8 7/8 in. (37.8 x 30.5 x 22.5 cm)

ClassificationsVisual Works

Credit LineMuseum purchase

Terms

Object number96.0017

DescriptionMarionette in the form of a horse and rider.

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Collections

Art of Africa

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