Seated Figure
Item
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Accession Number
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2024.39.
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Title
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Seated Figure
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Ethnic Group
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Fang
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Subject
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Figure|Ritual|Central Africa
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Country
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Gabon
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Date
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Early 20th Century
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Medium
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patinated wood, rope detailing
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Format
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H x W x D: 10 1/2 in x 3 1/4 in x 2 13/16 in (26.67 cm x 8.255 cm x 7.144 cm)
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Description
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A seated wooden figure holding a small vessel with arms and legs wrapped in rope.The Byeri, or reliquary guardian figure, has supernatural properties that ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune. The figure has a calm expression yet is carved to depict strength through the detail of musculature.
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Type
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Byeri Figure
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Byeri Figure
