Africa: Shilluk warrior. “Negros of the upper Nile Valley”. They average six feet in height. He is standing in the peculiar pose characteristics of these people”.

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a handcrafted figurine standing on one leg atop a textured base that resembles grass or foliage, with a small basket placed beside it. The figure is made of dark material and features intricate details, including facial features painted in gold and yellow. It is adorned with a blue bead necklace, golden headband, and a crisscross of golden twine across the torso. The arms and waist are wrapped in thin copper wire, suggesting decorative armlets. The figure’s left hand rests on its hip, while the right hand holds a slender stick or staff. Behind the figure, there are tufts of brown material representing dried grass, adding a naturalistic touch to the scene.

The image depicts a handcrafted figurine standing on one leg atop a textured base that resembles grass or foliage, with a small basket placed beside it. The figure is made of dark material and features intricate details, including facial features painted in gold and yellow. It is adorned with a blue bead necklace, golden headband, and a crisscross of golden twine across the torso. The arms and waist are wrapped in thin copper wire, suggesting decorative armlets. The figure’s left hand rests on its hip, while the right hand holds a slender stick or staff. Behind the figure, there are tufts of brown material representing dried grass, adding a naturalistic touch to the scene.

Name/Title

Africa: Shilluk warrior. “Negros of the upper Nile Valley”. They average six feet in height. He is standing in the peculiar pose characteristics of these people”.

Entry/Object ID

2022.10.106

Description

The Primitive and Aborigines people of the World Series of Dolls. From the Saroff Doll Collection