Bamana Figure

Mali

Mid 20th c

13 3/4 inches high x 3 inches wide

Ex: New Mexico collection

$ 850

Inv. # A3109

Bamana Jo figure represents a young girl in her ideal state of physical attraction.  These Jonyeleni figurines were used during initiations to help maintain cult values and social order.  New initiates would take their figures to neighboring villages to advertise their new adult status and their desire for marriage.

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