Yaka. Figure with Tufted Coiffure (Biteki), early 20th century. Wood, khula powder, 13 x 2 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. (33 x 6.4 x 8.9 cm) base: 1 x 4 7/16 x 3 15/16 in. (2.5 x 11.2 x 10 cm). Gift of Esther Pasztory, 2011.32.1. Creative Commons-BY.

Figure with Tufted Coiffure (Biteki)

early 20th century

Yaka

Arts of Africa

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Maker/Artist: Yaka
Classification: Sculpture
Formatted Medium: Wood, khula powder
Medium: wood, khula, powder
Locations: Place made: Bandundu Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Place made: Bandundu province, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Dimensions: 13 x 2 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. (33 x 6.4 x 8.9 cm) base: 1 x 4 7/16 x 3 15/16 in. (2.5 x 11.2 x 10 cm)
Departments: Arts of Africa
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