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Caryatid Stool, 20th Century Hemba culture; Democratic Republic of the Congo Wood and metal; …
Stool
Caryatid Stool, 20th Century Hemba culture; Democratic Republic of the Congo Wood and metal; …
Caryatid Stool, 20th Century Hemba culture; Democratic Republic of the Congo Wood and metal; 17 3/8 × 8 3/4 × 8 in. 84.37.2 Gift of Dwight V. Strong

Stool

ClassificationsFurnishings-Furniture-stools
Culture Hemba
Date20th Century
Made AtDemocratic Republic of the Congo, Africa
MediumWood and metal
Dimensions17 3/8 × 8 3/4 × 8 in. (44.1 × 22.2 × 20.3 cm)
Credit LineGift of Dwight V. Strong
Object number84.37.2
DescriptionCaryatid stool supported by female figure with elongated arms and hands raised to support stool top. Extensive body scarification pattern on abdomen and buttocks. Zaire: Hemba. Old wood, mounted on metal stand.
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