Yoruba Woman
Item
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Original Title
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title unknown
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Devised Title
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Yoruba Woman
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Date
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unknown
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Creator
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unknown
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Description
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This kneeling, beaded woman is a product of the Yoruba people in West Africa. The woman has scars on her face, braids, and is covering her breasts. The woman's colorful beaded jewelry suggests she has a higher status in society, yet her posture shows humility and servitude.
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Primary Subject
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1900-1999
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Art
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Clothing and dress
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Additional Subject
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African art
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Black art
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Sculpture
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Type
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Sculpture
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Medium
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Wood
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Additional Techniques
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Carving
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Measurements
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3 5/8 in x 17 1/8 in x 3 1/2 in
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Format
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JPEG
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HBCU Identifier
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pc160
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HCAC Identifier
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HCAC.TSU.0042
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Contributing Institution
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Texas Southern University
