Carved Female Figure

A black wooden figure of a girl. The Glasgow Museum catalogue notes that this figure represents a Mende girl prior to initiation into the Sande society. She has elaborate scarification marks on her arms, face, and stomach. This figure remains very glossy, suggesting that it may not have been used. It is carved in a similar style to GLAMG:A.1946.16.b, which may suggest it was made by the same carver.

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Further Information

  • Type: Figures, sculpture
  • Object: Carved Female Figure
  • Materials: Wood
  • Culture Group: Mende
  • Dimensions: 463mm [H] x 115mm x 116mm
  • Production Date: Pre 1946
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: Mr. William Roberts
  • Museum: Glasgow Museums
  • Accession Number: GLAMG:A.1946.16.a

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