[Untitled]
Item
Accession Number
2024.43.
Subject
Figure|Ritual|West Africa
Country
Mali
Date
Early 20th Century
Medium
Wood
Format
H x W x D: 19 in x 3 3/4 in x 3 1/2 in (48.26 cm x 9.525 cm x 8.89 cm)
Description
The carved wooden female figure has clear characteristics of the Bambara style, such as the coiffure, head shape and facial features. The face is concave, with small pinholes for eyes, and a long, narrow centered nose. The large ears have pierced holes, potentially adorned with jewelry during use. The shoulders and abdomen are decorated with scarification patterns that can be seen on other female figures from the Bambara culture.
Type
Sekou Society Figure
Conforms To
Bambara