Stool

69-15-27

From: Burkina Faso

Curatorial Section: African

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Object Number 69-15-27
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Mossi
Provenience Burkina Faso
Section African
Materials Wood
Description

Flat dish-shaped on four legs with handle, which is carved in shape of human neck and head, facing downwards. Head has crested hair style, sharp features, protruding ears with pierced holes in them. All features are rubbed from use. From ears radiate incised lines (left ear broken). "Dish" is square on end next to handle, rounded on opposite end. Covered with fine line geometric incised designs. Sjome damage to center of stool. Legs are rounded and of uneven height.

Height 11 cm
Length 40 cm
Width 20 cm
Credit Line Museum Purchase, 1969

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