Miniature Nafali

A miniature carved Nafali masquerader. It has four tiers, depicting raffia and a hood of cloth over the head. The Nafali is commonly associated with entertainment.

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Further Information

  • Type: Figures, sculpture
  • Object: Miniature Nafali
  • Materials: Wood
  • Culture Group: Mende
  • Dimensions: Unknown
  • Production Date: Pre 1997
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: Ms. Mbalu Conteh, Freetown (Trader)
  • Museum: Sierra Leone National Museum
  • Accession Number: SLNM.1997.01.02

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