Fetish Figure
Item
Accession Number
2021.4
Title
Fetish Figure
Ethnic Group
Tabwa
Subject
Figure|Ritual|Central Africa
Country
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Date
20th century
Medium
Wood|Palm Oil
Format
H x W x D: 5.25 x 4 x 1 in. (13.335 x 10.16 x 2.54 cm)
Description
Small fetish mask with incised coiffure and natural facialfeatures. The mask shows incised scarification on the forehead, nose, and cheeks. It is carved from light semi-hardwood and is stained and highly patinated.
