Figure (nomoli)

Sapi culture, Sierra Leone, Liberia, African

1430 - 1570

  • Titles Figure (nomoli) (Descriptive)
  • Medium steatite, paint
  • Dimensions 6 x 2 1/2 x 2 3/4 in. (15.2 x 6.4 x 7 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Ms. Merrily C. Baird, 1987.156
  • Work Type figure
  • Classification Sculpture

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