Object Record
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Metadata
Title |
Horse and Rider |
Date |
/ / |
Year Range from |
1900 |
Year Range to |
1950 |
Medium |
Wood with pigment and patina |
Dimensions |
H-21.75 W-12.5 D-4.5 inches |
Accession Number |
2010.1.4 |
Department |
AFRICAN |
Description |
Carved and painted horse and rider equestrian figure, So Tigui. The horse has a curved neck, strong face, the mouth shows teeth on top and bottom, small ears that stand up on the horse's head. The face of the rider has pointed nose, diamond shaped ears, and coned shaped head. Carving on piece creates texture, which can be seen in the mane of the horse. On the surface there are a few scrapes and nicks. Horse and rider. Early-mid 20th century Bamana equestrian figure from the Kala region, Mali, Africa. |
Credit line |
Dr. and Mrs. Pascal James Imperato |
Search Terms |
20th Century Africa: Sub-Saharan Diversity African Bamana Peoples Carving Equestrian Horse Kala Region Mali Patina Pigment Rider Sculpture Wooden |