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Soldier figure

Kamba

Artwork Details

Soldier figure
1900-1983
Kamba
wood
16 5/16 in x 3 in x 2 9/16 in (41.5 cm x 7.7 cm x 6.5 cm)
Gift of Prof. and Mrs. Horace M. Miner
1983/2.193

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Description

Subject Matter:

Kamba carvings of soldiers became popular after WW1, when Kamba soldiers began serving in the British army. They increased after WW2, when many soldiers were discharged from the British African corps.

Physical Description:

Carved wooden figure of a soldier. The general shape is cyclindrical and elongated on the vertical axis. The helmet, uniform, and gun are styled after WW2 era armaments. The jacket, gun, and face are detailed.

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