Carved Figure: Two tindalo
Maker
Unknown
Description
Two carved wooden figurines, most likely figurines of the tindalo type atop a small wooden pedestal. One figure is a male squatting with arms stretched forward. Hands are open palmed facing upright. Ears are pierced, genitalia intact and typical raised ridge collar bone and facial features. The other figure is a female standing upright, with arms stretched forward. Ears are pierced, genitalia intact. Hands are open palmed facing upright holding a limp male child or infant lying facing upright.
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Object Detail
29 June 2022
Measurement (HxWxD): 2 - Carved figure: 280 x 90 x 95mm
4000
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