Carving: Nomoli, Ancestor or Guardian Figure

1983.05.0026A

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Artifact Identification Carving: Nomoli, Ancestor or Guardian Figure   (1983.05.0026A)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Communication Artifacts
  2. :
  3. Personal Symbols
  4. :
  5. Belief Symbols
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period N/A
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 N/A
Materials Stone--Steatite?
Manufacturing Processes Carved

Research Remarks

Description Under Review
Published Description N/A
Bibliography Under Review

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication Richard and Barbara Faletti Family Collection
Reproduction Yes, "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

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