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Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
Standing Female Figure
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Standing Female Figure

Artist/Maker (Cameroon)
Datenot dated
Mediumwood and stain
DimensionsOverall: 4 5/8 x 1 1/8 x 7/8 in. (11.7 x 2.9 x 2.2 cm)
ClassificationsVisual Works
Credit LineGift of Alan Potamkin
Terms
    Object number2012.2.30
    On View
    Not on view
    Collections
    DescriptionBecause of its size, this figure was probably a charm of some sort. It appears to have been handled extensively and is well worn. The subject is a woman with large breasts supporting a pot on her head, a type of "woman as nurturer and caregiver" motif that is widespread in Africa. In the Grassfields, this image is usually seen on royal art and is a reference to the supportive role played by royal wives. The bracelet on one arm seems to confirm the identity of this little figure as a royal wife.
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