Standing Male Figure with Dark Patina

Accession Number: 2024.30.
Title: Standing Male Figure with Dark Patina
Ethnic Group: Azande
Subject: Figure|Ritual|Central Africa
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Date: Early 20th Century
Medium: Patinated wood
Format: H x W x D: 11 1/2 in x 2 1/4 in x 2 1/4 in (29.21 cm x 5.715 cm x 5.715 cm)
Description: The standing male figure is carved of wood with a dark patina. The head is proportionately larger than the body and topped with a stylized coiffure. Ears have been carved on either side of the head in line with bulging eyes and a centered nose. The mouth is square in juxtaposition with the rounded forms of the other features. Above the eyes on the brow ridge are small holes indicating scarification patterns. Arms reach downward towards thicker, short legs. The abdomen is long and narrow, with carved breasts and male genitalia, along with a protruding navel.
Type: Standing Figure