Carved Bust

Accession Number
2021/2.41

Title
Carved Bust

Artist(s)
African

Artist Nationality
African (general, continental cultures)

Object Creation Date
20th century

Medium & Support
wood

Dimensions
3 5/8 x 1 1/2 x 2 in. (9.21 x 3.81 x 5.08 cm)

Credit Line
Gift of Evan Maurer in honor of Helmut and Candis Stern

Physical Description
Carved, hollow wooden figure with a hole in the top of its head and its back. The figure has articulated features and hair with a geometric design carved into its chest.

Primary Object Classification
Personal Accessory

Primary Object Type
pipe

Additional Object Classification(s)
Wood and Woodcarving

Collection Area
African

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