SKU: 148332
Makishi Painted African Doll Zimbabwe
Height: 8.0
Width: 3.0
Depth: 1.0
Width: 3.0
Depth: 1.0
$70.00
Description
Makeshi Masked, Costumed Doll, Zimbabwe
The Makeshi rites of initiation are performed by the Lundas and Luvales people in Northern Zimbabwe and Southern Zambia. They dress in costumes with matching masks for important ceremonies, and their dances include stilt walking.
148332
Approximate Age: Late 20th Century
People: Makeshi
Country of Origin: Zimbabwe
Condition
Damage/Repair: Some dirt, fraying and rips. Does not stand on its own.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.