Female Figure

A female figure, carved of wood. She is standing upright, and carrying a child on her back, supported by fabric held with both hands. She wears a lappa, or skirt, and has typical segmented neck.

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Further Information

  • Type: Figures, sculpture
  • Object: Female Figure
  • Materials: Wood
  • Culture Group: Other
  • Dimensions: 540mm [L] x 220mm [W] x 150mm [C]
  • Production Date: Pre 1952
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: Church Missionary Society [Collector]
  • Museum: British Museum
  • Accession Number: BM:Af.1952.7.14

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