Carving of Mami Wata

The Sierra Leone National Museum catalogue notes that this is a carving of Mami Wata, a Mende spirit of the water. The original description reads: She is half human half fish and is found in the sea and river. If she likes a person she can make them fortunate while those she hates she will give misfortune.

Further Information

  • Type: Figures, sculpture
  • Object: Carving of Mami Wata
  • Materials: Wood
  • Culture Group: Mende
  • Dimensions: Unknown
  • Production Date: Pre 1967
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: Unknown
  • Museum: Sierra Leone National Museum
  • Accession Number: SLNM.1967.01.07

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