STATUTE of a Sakalava or Bara WARRIOR - Merina culture, South Africa - 20th century

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20th century
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    STATUTE of a Sakalava or Bara WARRIOR
    Merina culture, South Africa
    20th century
    Wood, button, beads, fabric, nails, iron alloy, vegetable fibers and pigments
    H. 34; L 9 cm
    (accidents)

    The male figure stands with his legs separated from each other, resting on a rectangular base. He is wearing a loincloth and a carved wooden hat, and his chest is adorned with a shoulder strap decorated with numerous pendants. In his left hand, he holds a circular shield and an iron cutter cut from a metal section.

    The Musée du Quai Branly collection includes several similar statuettes.

    Cat. no.: 3827

    Text and photos © FCP CORIDON

    Ref: YGC6BS49JJ

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