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Original abstract vintage Mossi doll. Hand carved wood Yariga Biiga female figure from Burkina Faso 1940’s. These traditional doll figures … Read more Original abstract vintage Mossi doll. Hand carved wood Yariga Biiga female figure from Burkina Faso 1940’s. These traditional doll figures were used by children to prepare and care for a baby. These statues are passed on from mother to daughter and the large breasts are a symbol of motherhood. The head is a stylization of the gyonfo, a female forward long hairstyle sometimes thought to resemble an elephant trunk. Beautiful attractive highly stylized figure with rich patina, signs of age and use. Mounted on a black iron display stand. See less
- Dimensions
- 3ʺW × 5ʺD × 15ʺH
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Burkina Faso
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Iron
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Great condition with signs of age and use which adds to the authenticity/character. Great condition with signs of age and use which adds to the authenticity/character. less
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