Ivory Coast. Of shallow convex form with short coiffure on top, wide forehead with relief ridge, round rim eyeholes, and wide lips with slit opening. Chin is pierced for attachment. Medium brown burnished patina with trace of red pigment, resin remnants on eyes. Slightly weathered. Inventory number 80.72.40 written in white on back. Size: 7-3/4"H. x 4-1/4"W.

Provenance: Estate of Dr. Walter Wallace, Princeton, N.J.

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