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Bambara lock (N° 27667)

Bambara Targette consists of two nested parts, the trunk, vertical, and the crossbar, horizontal. Locks, usually belonging to women and symbolizing the union of two people, can be offered to them by their husbands on the occasion of a birth or to celebrate the installation of the woman at her husband. It is therefore personal property transferable to girls and daughters-in-law.
Beautiful oiled patina, glossy, abrasion wear.
The Bambara, "Bamana," or "unbelievers," as the Muslims have named them, belong to the great Mande group, along with the Soninke and Malinke, who were established in central and southern Mali.  

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OriginEx-collection française
EthnyBambara
Countrymali
Material(s)wood, metal
Height cm43
Width47 cm
Weight2.50 Kg
Estimated datingcirca 1960
Socle includedYes

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