Equestrian figure
Equestrian figure

Currently not on view

Equestrian figure,

20th century

probably Senufo artist
1998-575

Information

Title
Equestrian figure
Dates

20th century

Maker
probably Senufo artist
Medium
Wood
Dimensions
h. 45.6 cm., w. 12.4 cm., d. 12.4 cm. (17 15/16 x 4 7/8 x 4 7/8 in.)
Credit Line
Bequest of John B. Elliott, Class of 1951
Object Number
1998-575
Place Made

Africa, Côte d’Ivoire, Dabakala

Culture
African
Type
figurines, woodwork
Materials
wood
Techniques
carving
Subject
horses, Senufo, equestrians, men, caps (headgear)

Roger Bediat until 1966; John B. Elliott, New York, NY by 1988; Princeton University Art Museum, 1998

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