Unlike neighboring tribes, Mumuye statues do not depict ancestors. Instead, their figures represent tutelary spirits. This statue showcases a hand carved female sculpture with facial striations. She has a hold that goes through the top of her coiffure and some minor cracking and general wear and tear throughout. Please inspect photos carefully.
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Mumuye Female Figure on Base 21″ – Nigeria – African Art
Original price was: $275.00.$137.50Current price is: $137.50.
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| Type of Object | Figure with base. |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | Nigeria |
| Ethnicity | Mumuye |
| Material | Wood, Pigment |
| Approximate Age | Unknown |
| Height (Inches) | 20" figure, 21" on base |
| Width (Inches) | 4" |
| Depth (Inches) | 4" |
| Weight (Pounds) | 3.5 lbs |
| Overall Condition | Small hole through coiffure. Minor cracking and wear and tear. |
Tribe Information
About the Mumuye People
“Living on the left bank of the Benue River, the 400,000 Mumuye people intensively farm an area of plains. Socially, they are divided into small family groups called Dola, which are headed by a council of elders with an elected leader. The Vabong secret society, of which there are seven grades, regulates Mumuye religious life. Entry into the society is achieved through initiation ceremonies, which include flagellation and an explanation of the meaning of masks and other magical objects.”
Source:
Baquart, Jean-Baptiste. The Tribal Arts of Africa. New York: Thames and Hudson Inc. 1998. Print.