Wooden Staff

This is a carved wooden ceremonial staff, held by high status individuals. This example has a handle depicting two female figures standing atop one another. Both have typical segmented necks, and wear lappa s, or skirts.

Further Information

• Type: Domestic equipment, Regalia
• Object: Wooden Staff
• Materials: Wood
• Culture Group: Other
• Dimensions: 890mm [H].
• Production Date: Pre 2010
• Associated Places: Unknown
• Associated People: Unknown
• Museum: Sierra Leone National Museum
• Accession Number: SLNM.2010.030.04

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