The Tabwa live in the south-eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, on the border with Tanzania. Tabwa puppets such as the present one play a part in the initiation of girls. This following puppet is carved from hardwood and an attractive shiny brown patina as a result of the protracted use of this Tabwa doll.
- Material: Wood
- Condition: Good
- Age: approximately 50-60 yrs
- Origin: Democratic Republic Of Congo
- SKU: LMIN-003
- Weight: 0.5 kg
- Dimensions: 6 x 15.3 x 5.5 cm