Carving: Nomoli, Ancestor or Guardian Figure
1983.05.0026B
Detailed Images
Basic Information
| Artifact Identification | Carving: Nomoli, Ancestor or Guardian Figure (1983.05.0026B) |
|---|---|
| Classification/ Nomenclature |
|
| Artist/Maker | Unknown |
| Geographic Location | |
| Period | N/A |
| Date | N/A |
| Culture | Nigerian?, Kissi |
| Location | Not on Exhibit |
Physical Analysis
| Dimension 1 (Height) | 13.4 cm |
|---|---|
| Dimension 2 (Width) | 8.5 cm |
| Dimension 3 (Depth) | 6.8 cm |
| Weight | 1049 g |
| Measuring Remarks | N/A |
| Materials | Stone--Steatite? |
| Manufacturing Processes | Carved |
Research Remarks
| Description | N/A |
|---|---|
| Published Description | N/A |
| Bibliography | Gebauer, Paul. Art of Cameroon. Oregon: Portland Art Museum, 1979. |
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 |
Contact
All information about our collection is constantly reviewed and updated. Please contact Dery MartÃnez-Bonilla, Registrar, if there is any information you are looking for that isn't currently online.