Sculpture

76-27-4B

From: Burkina Faso

Curatorial Section: African

Object Number 76-27-4B
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Baga
Provenience Burkina Faso
Section African
Materials Wood
Iconography Bird?
Description

Stylized form of a bird(?) Round base divided into sections. 2nd being rounded, others sharp edged. Staff is ridged on both sides. Head ridged, with three triangular holes on each side. Added traces of paint.

Height 17.78 cm
Length 92.7 cm
Outside Diameter 15.24 cm
Credit Line Gift of Dr. Christopher D'Amanda, 1976

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