Male carved of hardwood carved figure standing on integral thick platform, the figure is composed of flat planes and substantial thick torso and bent legs. Hairdo is gathered in high coiffure with short nodes along forehead and back. Relief scarification at sides of mouth. Hairline age cracks. Dark brown patina, encrusted deposits concentrated in low areas of head and base. 15-3/4"H.

Provenance: Private CA. collection, ex. Peter Elliott, Sydney, Australia (sold as Baule).

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