Carved Female Figure
Item
- Accession Number
- 2024.28.
- Title
- Carved Female Figure
- Ethnic Group
- Baule
- Subject
- Figure|Ritual|West Africa
- Country
- Côte d'Ivoire
- Date
- Early 20th Century
- Medium
- Patinated wood
- Format
- H x W x D: 16 3/4 in x 2 1/2 in x 4 in (42.545 cm x 6.35 cm x 10.16 cm)
- Description
- The carved female figure is thickly patinated, the dark coloring being a common characteristic of Baule sculptures. The figure has an elongated torso, with arms resting on the abdomen around a pronounced navel. Scarification patterns are present on the face and chest. The face presents a relaxed expression, with an undulating brow line above the large eyes. The figure is most likely of a fertility context due to the posture and expression.
- Type
- Standing Figure
- Standing Figure
- Item sets
- African Art
