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Male Figure 1985.199_web

This terracotta figure is dated as possibly made between the14th and 17th centuries. It is from Western Sudan, Mali, in the inland Niger Delta area. The figure is 19.7 cm (7 ¾ in.) in size. According to the museum it is believed figures like this represented Gods and rulers of the area. The artwork was purchased from the John L. Severance Fund, accession number 1985.199. The figure is displayed in Gallery 235 and is in the public domain. Reference No. 1985.199

 

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Uploaded on February 9, 2021