Mali, Bamana Janus-Headed Marionette Display

Carved wood decorated with hammered and embossed metal bands plus fabric, the form composed of a central double-faced head atop a circular post, surmounted by two removable face pieces and surrounded by four removable face pieces, all with similar decoration. Mounted on metal plate stand.

Primary Carving 42.5 in.; HOA 56 in.

Single Owner Collection of a Southern Gentleman

Exceptional age patina; expected discoloration to metal and fabric; lacks one cowrie shell earring.