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Carved Figure

African

Artwork Details

Carved Figure
n.d.
African
hippopotamus tooth
7 x 1 x 1 in. (17.78 x 2.54 x 2.54 cm)
Gift of Susan B. Ullrich
2023/2.50

Description

Physical Description:

Carving of a kneeling individual with articulated limbs and facial features. The figure holds its breasts or pectorals with its hands. The carving follows the natural line and curve of the tooth the tip giving the appearance of a pointed hat. 

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