Fetish Figure
Item
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Accession Number
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2021.3
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Title
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Fetish Figure
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Ethnic Group
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Songye
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Subject
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Figure|Ritual|Central Africa
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Country
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Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Date
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20th century
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Medium
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Wood|Animal Skin|Palm Oil
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Format
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H x W x D: 5 x 2 x 2.25 in. (12.7 x 5.08 x 5.715 cm)
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Description
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Small fetish figure of size with a large head showing a hole for fetish materials and shallow incised facial features including eyes, nose, mouth, and scarification marks. The figure has a thick neck and torso ending in a flared base. The arms are out from the body and end with hands joined at the navel. Animal skin and hair encircle the torso. The figure is stained and shows wear and an encrusted patination.
