Wooden Plaque

A wooden plaque with Images carved in high relief on either side. One side depicts a male figure, standing with his hands on his hips; the other resembles a gongoli mask, decorated with cowrie shells. This item is likely to have been carved to sale rather than use.

Further Information

  • Type: Figures, sculpture
  • Object: Wooden Plaque
  • Materials: Wood
  • Culture Group: Mende
  • Dimensions: 254mm
  • Production Date: Pre 1968
  • Associated Places: Pujehun
  • Associated People: Mr. Vandi Koroma (Trader)
  • Museum: Sierra Leone National Museum
  • Accession Number: SLNM.1968.18.02

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