Ancestral Figure

Art

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Museum of Arts and Sciences

Name/Title

Ancestral Figure

Entry/Object ID

A1960.02.07

Description

Ancestral Figure Brown wooden statue on base-Tatoo on chest, glass for eyes and painted lips; Standing on base, knees slightly bent, arms stiff at sides. Carving representing tatooing on chest and back and right arm. Face lighter brown, smoother texture of wood.

Artwork Details

Medium

Wood

Collection

Permanent Collection

Acquisition

Accession

A1960.02.01-23

Source or Donor

Mr. And Mrs. Allen Gerdau

Acquisition Method

Gift

Credit Line

Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Gerdau

Dimensions

Dimension Notes

Actual- 2' 10" H