Senufo Woman with Child

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Original Title: title unknown
Devised Title: Senufo Woman with Child
Date: Unknown
Creator: Unknown See all items with this value
Description: This intricate work of a seated mother and child, possibly royalty, originates from the Senufo people of West Africa. Detailed body modifications and scars cover the mother's body as she calmly looks out. A child on her left leg is cradled close to her body. This piece is paired with a corresponding male figure.
Primary Subject: Unknown See all items with this value; Art See all items with this value; Family See all items with this value; Spirituality See all items with this value
Additional Subject: African art; Black art; Sculpture; Motherhood
Type: Sculpture
Medium: Wood
Additional Techniques: Carving
Measurements: 4 in x 19 in x 3 in
Format: JPEG; OBJ
HBCU Identifier: pc158
HCAC Identifier: HCAC.TSU.0040
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Contributing Institution: Texas Southern University
Collection: Permanent Collection See all items with this value