BAMANA BOLI (BULL) FIGURE 12, Mali
Photographs © Tim Hamill
BAMANA, BOLI (BULL) 12
12" x 17.5", $300 , Mali
These figures are assembled from diverse organic materials over a wooden
core. They are thought to symbolize the universe and to harness spiritual
power. Called Boli, they are placed on altars.
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