Figure
Yombe
Description
Subject Matter:
The scarifications, hairdress and represented jewelry indicate that this is a depiction of a woman of high status. Most likely, this sculpture depicts a female ancestor.
Physical Description:
Kneeling female figure with hands placed on knees. The chest and back show scarifications. The teeth are filed and the figure has a flat, raised coiffure.
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