Female figure
Item
Accession Number
2019.4
Title
Female figure
Ethnic Group
Metoko
Subject
Figure|Altar|Central Africa
Country
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Date
20th century
Medium
Wood|Kaolin|Palm Oil
Format
H x W x D: 12.5 x 3 x 3 in. (31.75 x 7.62 x 7.62 cm)
Description
A standing female figure is with a long, pointed head, broad face,small ears, protruding eyes, and a thick neck. The body, which shows breasts and female genitalia, is of normal proportions. The entire figure is covered with vertical, incised grooves and a dull encrusted patina; there are traces of white kaolin. The figure is mounted on a custom base.
