Head, modelled and carved from "turkala" (sacred red pigment)

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Object Number 17-41-50/B1776

Display Title Head, modelled and carved from "turkala" (sacred red pigment)

Descriptions

Inventory Description Figurine, ceramic, human head, incised features, arm on side, abraded

Classification

Figurine

Department Ethnographic

Geography/Provenience/Site Name

Africa / Congo

Materials Ceramic, Pigment

Dimensions Overall: 10.9 x 13.1 x 12.8 cm (4 5/16 x 5 3/16 x 5 1/16 in.)

Quantity 1

Label on object 17-41-50 B.1776

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