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Maker(s):Unknown
Culture:Congolese, Bantu people, Kusu
Title:Half - figure
Type:Ceremonial
Materials:Wood
Place Made:Africa
Measurements:Overall: 4 15/16 in x 2 1/16 in x 1 15/16 in; 12.5 cm x 5.2 cm x 4.9 cm
Accession Number:  AC 1999.53
Credit Line:The Barry D. Maurer (Class of 1959) Collection of African art purchased with Amherst College Discretionary Fund and funds from H. Axel Schupf (Class of 1957)
Museum Collection:  Mead Art Museum at Amherst College
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Description:
The half-length figure displays a conical projection from the crown of the head indicative of being charged with medicinal properties or power.

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