Carving: Nomoli, Ancestor or Guardian Figure
1983.05.0026A
Detailed Images
Basic Information
| Artifact Identification | Carving: Nomoli, Ancestor or Guardian Figure (1983.05.0026A) |
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| Classification/ Nomenclature |
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| Artist/Maker | None |
| Geographic Location | |
| Period/Date | N/A |
| Culture | Kissi |
Physical Analysis
| Dimension 1 (Height) | 12.8 cm |
|---|---|
| Dimension 2 (Width) | 8.5 cm |
| Dimension 3 (Depth) | 6.7 cm |
| Weight | 898 g |
| Measuring Remarks | None |
| Materials | Stone--Steatite? |
| Manufacturing Processes | Carved |
| Munsell Color Information | Grayish Brown (7.5 YR 4/2) -ns |
Research Remarks
| Published Description | N/A |
|---|---|
| Description | N/A |
| Comparanda | Related Spurlock items: 1971.13.0003, 1971.30.0007 1972.07.0008, 1990.10.0005. |
| Bibliography | N/A |
Artifact History
| Archaeological Data | N/A |
|---|---|
| Credit Line/Dedication | Richard and Barbara Faletti Family Collection |
| Reproduction | Yes |
| Reproduction Information | "They should probably be classified among 'exotic things sold to unsuspecting visitors,' and if this is part of the culture, I suppose it is appropriate to place them in a cultural museum...." - R. Faletti, 7/14/97 |