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Statue of mother and child
Statue of mother and child

Statue of mother and child

Artist
Historical location nameKanene Village, Zaire
Mediumwood
ClassificationsVisual Works
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Ray L. Smalley
Object number1931.7.26
DescriptionWoman with tribal markings on abdomen, Cascade hairdo, holding water pipe in right hand, and neck of child standing between her knees with the left hand; figure in squatting position; hole at top of head; both figures carved from circular base; left leg of large figure spilt off, cloth is wrapped around woman's torso
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