Figure (Nkishi)
late 1800s-early 1900s
Maker Unknown
African Art
Figure (Nkishi), late 1800s-early 1900s. Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of Congo, Luba-style maker. Wood, organic materials (including resin and soil), plant fiber, and glass beads; overall: 22.4 x 10.7 x 12.4 cm (8 13/16 x 4 3/16 x 4 7/8 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin N. Haas 1974.212
- Maker/Artist
- Maker Unknown
- Classification
- Sculpture
- Formatted Medium
- Wood, organic materials (including resin and soil), plant fiber, and glass beads
- Dimensions
- Overall: 22.4 x 10.7 x 12.4 cm (8 13/16 x 4 3/16 x 4 7/8 in.)
- Departments
- African Art
- Accession Number
- 1974.212
- Credit Line
- Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin N. Haas
- Rights Statement
- CC0
- Museum Location
- 108A Sub-Saharan
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