Bamana/Bambara
Additional information:
Ethnic group:
Bamana/Bambara
Country:
Mali
Period:
first half 20th century
Material:
Wood, metal, organic patina
Height:
38cm
Provenance:
Private collection, France
Other information:
“Locks that resemble bats, N’gle, suggest the power and form of Komo. With their large ears they are thought to have special protective powers.” (Charles B. Davis,1981:64)
