Skip to main content
Standing female ancestor figure
Standing female ancestor figure
Object Number 975-12-50/11813
Display Title Standing female ancestor figure
Descriptions
Object Description Standing female ancestor figure, wood, metal inlay eyes; red bead anklets; 1 bead bracelet. Incised metal nose ring.
Inventory Description Carved wooden human female figurine with red beaded anklets/bracelet, nose ring.
Classification
  • Figurine
Department Ethnographic
Date 19th century
Culture
  • Bamana
  • Bambara
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Mali
Materials Wood, Glass, Metal, Cotton
Dimensions Overall: 35.5 x 8 x 8 cm (14 x 3 1/8 x 3 1/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 975-12-50/11813

Important Note about Historical Language

Collections records may contain language, reflecting past collecting practices and methods of analysis, that is no longer acceptable. The Peabody Museum is committed to addressing the problem of offensive and discriminatory language present in its database. Our museum staff are continually updating these records, adding to and improving content. We welcome your feedback and any questions or concerns you may want to share. Please email us with your comments.