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Unknown Maker
figure; wax
unknown date

standing female figure made of wax probably intended for lost wax technique of brass casting; elaborate wax thread coiffure; facial and body scarification; hands on belly; one of a pair

 
Artist
Unknown Maker
Artist Dates
Akan Peoples
Title
figure; wax
Date
unknown date
Category
African
Medium
beeswax
Dimensions
21.5 x 8.0 x 7.0 cm
Credit Line
Gift of Justin and Elisabeth Lang, 1984
Accession Number
M84-208.02

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