Female Figure

ClassificationsSculpture

Date20th Century

Made AtChina, Asia

MediumIvory

Dimensions25 1/2 x 4 1/2 in. (64.8 x 11.4 cm)

Object number2005.9.78

DescriptionCarved ivory tusk in the shape of a female wearing an elaborate headdress with carved hanging beads. Her right hand holds a branch with four flowers and her left a basket of flowers. Long feathed bird is at her feet. Both the bird and woman have black painted eyes. A carved wooden base is used as a display stand.

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