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Nomoli Stone Figure, Sierra Leone, Kissi, Tribal Art

$2,796.46
£2,109.04
€2,400
CA$3,866.35
A$4,330.96
CHF 2,274.78
MX$52,663.13
NOK 28,806.13
SEK 27,344.76
DKK 18,270.37

About the Item

A Kissi Nomoli carved stone figure, a male with his hands wrapped around his knees, on a base; from the Kissi people of Sierra Leone. Greyish brown patina, snout-like mouth, large nose, slight traces of abrasion. Such figures were used in fertility rites to grant a good rice harvest. If the harvest was not satisfying, it might have happened that the stone figures were whipped, sometimes until they were damaged or even destroyed. Size: H: 17.5 cm [6.88 in.].
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.89 in (17.5 cm)Width: 3.55 in (9 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bochum, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BJ32-288-11stDibs: LU980445174062

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